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The Looming Recession

There is a looming recession. So what do you think you should prepare for? I thought this was an interesting thread about how things might shake out. The broad take: Things will mostly be okay, except for these two scary data points. Which one will impact you more?

How To Operate in a Changing Startup Environment

Elad Gil and David Sacks recently did a fireside chat to talk about operating in a quickly evolving startup environment. One of the most critical takes is to be realistic about whether your company is investible. Here are the stats you should pay attention to—from net dollar retention to CAC payback.

Engineer vs. Entrepreneur Mindset

Sylvain Kerkour started writing code in 2013 and began his entrepreneurial journey in 2017. He's since made an interesting observation: Engineers love to get it right, and entrepreneurs love to get it done. It manifests in many ways—here are some of the most prevalent ones. 

Everything About Buttons in UI/UX Design

Even the most minor UI/UX design tweaks can lead to significant behavior shifts. This helpful thread will guide you through one underappreciated aspect of design—buttons. Even the border radius changes the "personality" of a button. Check out the rest of this thread on what to consider when designing buttons. 

The End of Product Management

I came across this article about the inevitable end of product management. It was part of a broader shift from vertical to horizontal management, but it's not likely to stay the same over the next decade. Here's a look at what product management work might look like down the road.

The Guide to SaaS Affiliate Marketing

It takes time to develop, but if you build out a strong affiliate marketing program, it can boost your revenue significantly. When done correctly, it ends up being a win-win for everyone. If you're considering trying it, read this guide first. It covers best practices, winning strategies, and real-life examples. 

How To Create GIFs for Your Twitter Marketing

Many people are wary about using GIFs in their startup or personal Twitter marketing. But it works. In an internal study, Twitter found that tweets with GIFs generate 55% more engagement than tweets with other types of content. Use this guide to learn how to make and use custom GIFs on Twitter. 

Adapting to Unpredictable Times

Inflation is affecting everyone right now. If you're running a business, it's tempting to raise prices without addressing leaky buckets. Make sure you're also looking for operational inefficiencies and retention issues. The goal is ultimately to keep customers for the long term, so don't price gouge yours under the guise of inflation.