How AI Helped Me Prioritize the Important-But-Not-Urgent
Here’s how I use AI to finish the important-but-not-urgent tasks that my executive coach couldn’t solve.
The Return of Solution Selling
The rise of AI is upending B2B sales. If you’re a founder or sales rep, here’s what you need to know.
Stop with the AI Slop
Many of us have quickly accepted that AI can do things better/faster/cheaper than we can. But is that actually true?
Why Building with AI is Like Mowing Lawns
What can mowing lawns teach you about how to build a successful AI startup?
What’s Going On With Accelerators?
With more accelerators and fellowships than ever, it might seem like there’s an overabundance of options for founders to choose from. What we’re seeing is actually a clustering around two very specific approaches to hands-on investing.
Snakes and Ladders
Over the past 18 months, Silicon Valley has sped up. And most people outside of the Bay Area have no clue just how wide the chasm has become.
Go Touch Grass
Here are some of the ways that I slow things down and take a break from the dopamine rush of AI.
Is Agentic Programming Addictive?
There’s a worrying dynamic occurring with AI power users: many early adopters of AI (and agents, in particular), are seemingly getting addicted to it.
Things I Think I Think - Q1 2026
Three months ago, nobody had heard of OpenClaw, OpenAI was valued at a mere $500B, and Anthropic was signing multi-year partnerships with the U.S. Government.
What’s Going on with Seed Rounds?
Another major shift is underway and, this time, it’s throwing off founders, angel investors, and Pre-Seed VCs alike.
AI Price Drops Are Coming
Right now, AI companies around the world are capturing unprecedented revenue. But it won’t last forever.
Who Should I Talk To?
I’m a big proponent of startup founders visiting San Francisco on a regular basis. But many make a fatal mistake when asking for on-the-ground introductions.
Hunters vs. Farmers
What does it mean if a VC is a “hunter” or a “farmer” and why does it matter?
How to Tap Into the Serendipity of Silicon Valley
Many founders come to San Francisco for a weekend or a week, hoping to “tap into the magic.” But come away disappointed. Why?
I Have Questions…
Here are 5 red flags that leave VCs scratching their heads after reading your deck.
The Bouncer at the Nightclub
To succeed as a founder, you need to find ways to get past the bouncer.
Stop, Collaborate and Listen
There are moments in time when it’s important as a founder to stop and pay attention to what’s happening around you. This is one of those moments.
When Distractions are Everywhere, Focus Wins
The rate of advancements resulting from AI is nothing short of astonishing. But for founders, it can be a major distraction.
10 Nonobvious Things About Silicon Valley Fundraising
Here are 10 nonobvious tips about Silicon Valley fundraising from the VCs mentoring at Game On.
How to Build a Silicon Valley Network
Here are the top tips for breaking into Silicon Valley and building a network that matters.