It's About Timing And Taste
Founders love playbooks. We want to believe success can be industrialised: build this feature, hire these roles, follow these steps
Alan Tsen
I'm a former founder and operator who's spent his career building products people love.
WSET 3 Has Begun
After completing WSET 2 almost two years ago (how time flies). I've finally got around to taking the
Compasses vs Maps: Why Banks Struggle with Innovation
When it comes to innovation, banks crave certainty. The language of boardrooms and executive suites is awash with talk of
Writing Plainly
As you write more, there's a subtle trap waiting to ensnare you: the allure of complexity. You might
Disposable Apps: Digital Toothpicks for Every Task
AI is flipping the script on how we create and use software. Forget app stores and coding boot camps. Now,
Writing as a Tool for Clarity and Connection
One of the most underrated habits for founders and creators is consistent writing. Many make the mistake of thinking that
Generational Companies Don't Take TAM; They Create It
Generational companies don't just capture existing markets; they create new ones. Stripe is a perfect example. When Patrick
Platforms, Interoperability And Standardisation
Every tech company dreams of building a platform—a central hub where all transactions happen and a wide array of
The Power of Momentum
Regardless of what you're building, the power of continuous forward motion becomes evident quickly. It sometimes feels counterintuitive,
The True Measure of a City’s Food Culture
When visiting a country, it's easy to get sucked into the TikTok and Instagram food culture of "
The Timelessness of Quality
Quality is timeless.
This simple idea cuts through the noise of our fast-paced, ever-changing world. We live in an age
Apple’s AI Strategy: Some Quick Takeaways from WWDC24
The main takeaway from WWDC24: Apple’s AI strategy is all about calculated, steady moves. They're not chasing