better doing

Advice on the network of people giving you advice

This is not a generic advice article. It’s incredibly detailed and actionable. “Founders get a lot of advice. Taking advice is a skill, and mastering it gives you decision superpowers. There are 4 keys to navigating advice.” | learn more

tech, startups, internet

How big is software?

This is a short and interesting read. “Patio11’s Law: The software economy is bigger than you think, even when you take into account Patio11’s Law.” | learn more

oh, chicago

Chicago leads among heartland cities attracting VC

“America’s Mighty Middle Report, published by Crunchbase and Omaha-based Dundee Venture Capital, shows that over the last decade, Chicago leads the region’s VC funding at $15.2 billion, followed by Austin at $11.8 billion and Denver at $10.5 billion.” | learn more

oh, chicago

Chicago should legalize coach houses

I didn’t even realize they were illegal. “Urban Land Institute Chicago report says the additional units would help address the city’s lack of affordable housing.” | learn more

fun facts

Capone, king of crime

This snarky Vanity Fair article from May 1931 offers, “highlights in the life of Chicago’s celebrated racketeer who is seeking new worlds to conquer.” | learn more

big ideas

Universities are in trouble

“Schools should expect a 15% decline in enrollment next fall and a $45 billion decline in revenue from tuition, room and board and other services, according to the American Council on Education, the nation’s largest advocacy group for colleges and […]