It hasn’t been a tremendous win quite yet… “With its core businesses on the wane, Goldman has staked its future on consumer banking. So far it has lost $1.3 billion—and its makeover is challenging the firm’s identity as a titan […]
A new post by Ben Horowitz of a16z. I love that he always starts his posts with rap lyrics. “The key differentiator between effective and ineffective CEOs is whether they run toward or away from major problems and challenges in […]
The Nobel laureate spoke with Shane Parish (Farnam Street) and the conversation is juicy. One idea came through loud and clear: the master of behavioral economics thinks changing behavior is a long shot because avoiding cognitive biases is really really […]
Venture investor Jeff Carter tries to clear up the mistaken impression that “all the returns are blow out.” The post contains interesting data and references some studies. | learn more
With 905 names, this list is pretty close to comprehensive. Criteria are $100MM funds or smaller and at least a first close on a fund. Go straight to the list on airtable here. | learn more
Elizabeth Yin, General Partner at Hustle Fund, put together a list of questions you should be prepared to answer if pitching early stage venture investors. | learn more
“It’s clear that Chicago teachers are walking away with more than they had before the strike. But the city also ended the impasse having met its goal of limiting new spending to $500 million or less each year.” | learn more
“Chicago Public Library says 240% increase in book returns since Lightfoot eliminated fines…” | learn more
Do you recall last year’s pop news featuring a child named Abcde (a bold parenting choice)? If you enjoyed that, you’ll love this short video. | learn more
“Here’s how much consultants get when they go to work for PE funds.” | learn more