VCs are not sheep – why VCs invest less during downturns

novembre 19, 2008    ·    3 min read

As an entrepreneur, I often find myself defending venture capitalists. For some reason, they have acquired a terrible … Continuer la lecture de « VCs are not sheep – why VCs invest less during downturns »

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Quantum of Solace is underwhelming

novembre 17, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

Despite its unrealistic poker scenes, I loved Casino Royale. I loved its dark, gritty tone. I loved the … Continuer la lecture de « Quantum of Solace is underwhelming »

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Tom Stoppard on Chekhov

novembre 15, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

On Tuesday, I had the privilege to attend an interview with Tom Stoppard at BAM by David Remnick, … Continuer la lecture de « Tom Stoppard on Chekhov »

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Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 is disappointing

novembre 5, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

I was a huge fan of the original Command & Conquer and Red Alert games. When they came … Continuer la lecture de « Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 is disappointing »

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And now for something completely different :)

novembre 3, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

It has been said ridicule no longer kills. To test that assertion and stay in the spirit of … Continuer la lecture de « And now for something completely different 🙂 »

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It’s good to be 21 :)

octobre 31, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

I went to a FOUNDERSclub & Silicon Alley Insider event last night was pleasantly surprised to learn they … Continuer la lecture de « It’s good to be 21 🙂 »

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Talent is overrated!

octobre 30, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

I blogged a few times that, your level of natural talent notwithstanding, excellence is achieved through deliberate practice … Continuer la lecture de « Talent is overrated! »

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Ten tips to ride the economic slowdown

octobre 24, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

After all the dire warnings given by various VCs, here is a more positive list of recommendations sent … Continuer la lecture de « Ten tips to ride the economic slowdown »

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Psychology of an Entrepreneur

octobre 23, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

Kevin O’Connor came across a few interesting studies on what makes entrepreneurs tick: 1. Need to control and … Continuer la lecture de « Psychology of an Entrepreneur »

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John Stuart Mill (1806 – 1873), On Liberty

octobre 23, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

« The only freedom which deserves the name is that of pursuing our own good in our own way, … Continuer la lecture de « John Stuart Mill (1806 – 1873), On Liberty »

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Perez-Reverte’s books are disappointing

octobre 19, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

Perez-Reverte came highly recommended as an author of well written intelligent thrillers. I also loved the movie The … Continuer la lecture de « Perez-Reverte’s books are disappointing »

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New MacBook Pro disappointment

octobre 17, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

I have had a 17” MacBook Pro for nearly 2 years and it’s starting to show its age. … Continuer la lecture de « New MacBook Pro disappointment »

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What the financial crisis means to entrepreneurs

octobre 14, 2008   ·  3 min read

Last March I explained why startups should raise as much money as possible to prepare for the upcoming … Continuer la lecture de « What the financial crisis means to entrepreneurs »

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Whodunit?

octobre 11, 2008   ·  2 min read

As a society and as individuals we are loth to take responsibility for our actions. We much prefer … Continuer la lecture de « Whodunit? »

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The Economy: The case for (relative) optimism

octobre 9, 2008   ·  3 min read

During the past few years, I often felt I was the sole economic pessimist. I urged my friends … Continuer la lecture de « The Economy: The case for (relative) optimism »

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A Fundraising Survival Guide

octobre 1, 2008   ·  < 1 min read

Paul Graham has a fantastic article on the perils of raising money and advice on how to best … Continuer la lecture de « A Fundraising Survival Guide »

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