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Will People Pay for Just One Flower?

by Shripriya Mahesh • May 15, 2021

Acclaimed Indian classical vocalist Sanjay Subrahmanyan embraces direct-to-consumer model with a YouTube channel membership, offering subscribers tiered access to his extensive archive and exclusive new concerts, as he adapts to the challenges of the pandemic and evolving industry dynamics.

Anti-Luddism

by Marc Tarpenning • Mar 15, 2021

Discover how technology's rapid progress evokes deep-seated resistance, from the original Luddites to modern-day reluctance, and how embracing new tools can enhance productivity and connections.

Apollo’s Arrow

by Shripriya Mahesh • Mar 8, 2021

Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic has permanently reshaped society, from government and community self-reliance to the future of work, learning, and human connection.

Our “Personality Test” for VCs

by Stephen Wemple • Jan 11, 2021

Discover how one VC team leverages personality assessments to foster deeper understanding and more effective deal conversations among team members.

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Let’s get negative

by Marc Tarpenning • Jan 7, 2021

The COVID-19 lockdowns had a negligible impact on greenhouse gas emissions, revealing the significant challenge of curbing climate change. Despite widespread restrictions, emissions only decreased 5-7%, not enough to meaningfully slow the rise in atmospheric CO2 levels, which are now at their highest in millions of years, with grave implications for sea levels and the planet's future.

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Time Travel

by Shripriya Mahesh • Dec 28, 2020

Discover how screenwriters tap into the human desire to explore 'what if' scenarios through time travel narratives, and learn how to apply this mindset to overcome regrets and create a future self you're proud of, even in challenging times.

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55 Questions for Mission-Driven Co-Founders

by Shripriya Mahesh • Dec 8, 2020

Discover the secret to building a successful partnership: shared values, mission, and chemistry that transcend the practical aspects of working together, as revealed by the co-founders of Tesla.