060: Recap (VI)
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Over the last ten weeks:
- The Fire Jar got a new logo
- People unsubscribed every time I wrote about business 🤦‍♂️
- I created an intro "trailer"
Some reflections:
- Self-doubt is real: I look back at old episodes and cringe. I worry regularly about saying something stupid on the internet. I'm embarrassed by basically everything that I've ever made. I don't think creative insecurity ever goes away. Maybe the inner-critic just gets quieter over time?
- The Fire Jar is hard to define: Some have suggested that I focus narrowly on consistent subjects. Others enjoy the wide-ranging topics and surprises. You readers are a diverse mix (including people that I don't know at all). One of the key rules of business = know your audience. How do I square this tension? Who are you? What's the common thread...? TBD.
- I love hearing from people: The weekly newsletter format has led to great connections and thought-provoking conversations. I learn a ton when you write back and share your thoughts. Candid feedback and regular dialogue are essential ingredients in this recipe. Thank you!
The last ten:
051: New Jar
A (minor) re-branding, to celebrate the launch of Season II.
052: Negotiation (I)
Ten negotiation tips. Sales insights from a friend. And a short story.
053: New Year
Some things I hope to remember over the next twelve months (2021).
054: MBA - Intro
An introduction to the MBA series.
055: Divide et Impera
A short history of a commonly-used phrase: “Divide and Conquer”.
056: Exercise Routine (I)
A video snapshot (2 min) of my current “movement diet”.
057: Negotiation (II)
The first negotiation post sparked some interesting conversations.
058: Operations (I)
What exactly is “Operations”? Why it matters.
059: Operations (II)
Five ways to keep your systems running more efficiently.
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