Book Notes

The Evolution of Everything: How New Ideas Emerge by Matt Ridley

Read more on Amazon Read my other book notes Rating: Optional Books Language: English Summary The flywheel of history is incremental change through trial and error, with innovation driven by recombination. A decentralised, bottom-up, trade-centric approach leads to more innovation, prosperity and less violence. Interesting read, but ridden with confirming anecdotal evidence. Key Takeaways What […]

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The Mom Test by Rob Fitzpatrick

Read more on Amazon Read my other book notes Rating: Recommended Reading Language: English Summary A short and practical book for testing (business) ideas and holding conversations with potential customers. Filled with useful questions and checklists. Wish I had read this earlier in my career.  Key Takeaways What I got out of it I loved

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Zero To One by Peter Thiel

Read more on Amazon Read my other book notes Rating: Skip this Language: English Summary Be contrarian: think for yourself. In business it pays to: be a last-mover, dominate your niche, scale up, create a monopoly. We should celebrate bold founders. I found it useful at age 20, weak at age 30. Key Takeaways What

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