Category: Linkedin Posts
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Long Term Stock Exchange
Securities and Exchange Commission just approved silicon valley stock exchange formally known as Long Term Stock Exchange (Long-Term Stock Exchange ). Idea was first proposed by Eric Ries in his book Lean Startup. It has some interesting yet controversial provisions such as voting power proportional to the amount of time you’ve held the stock. Apparently,…
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Indistractable by Nir Eyal
Had an awesome time meeting Nir Eyal and learn insights from his new book Indistractable! Few actionable insights i got:1. Use of apps such as Forest (Mobile), Self Control (Desktop) to take control of distracting elements in work environment. 2. Use sites like focusmate.com to partner with people in the same boat, who can hold…
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Product Lesson: How not to make a soap bar!
I recently had the opportunity to stay at Courtyard by Marriott for a business trip. At first, I was excited to see Paul Mitchell line of soap bars lying around in the shower. However, my excitement didn’t last longer. As soon as I started rubbing my hands against the soap, I almost got my finger…
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Amazon Go: Shoplifting without Jail
“Shoplifting without jail” – That’s how Jeff Bezos describes Amazon Go experience. I recently had the opportunity to experience the shoplifting at one of the stores in San Francisco, and I’d have to say I’m “Amaz(on)ed” by the simplicity of pick-and-walkout experience. Few product lessons I took from the whole experience (and I’m sure Amazon…
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Umbrella Design Sucks
Last two weeks have been rough for pedestrians in busy San Fran. Incessant rains have made it difficult to commute out of concrete walls for anything. As an MBA student tight on budget and on a networking trip to one of the most expensive cities in the world, it has made my life particularly miserable….