Brand Loyalty Can Force Google to Rank You
This site does almost zero SEO. You know what it has? • 20% of traffic is branded/navigational (people looking for this site) • It sells its own popular products • Loyal fan base If you can force Google to rank you because users would be unsatisfied otherwise, you win https://t.co/vxW65EMOvm
Trump Demands Free Oil Flow Through Hormuz in Deal
US President Donald Trump says that “part of the deal is we want free traffic of oil” via the Strait of Hormuz. (In reference to the current US-Iran talks via regional intermediaries)
Consistent Framework Prevents Misreading Tariff Shock Data
Operating from an intellectually and internally consistent framework for how a policy shock like tariffs should affect the economy will help guard against misleading interpretations of the data. https://t.co/GgMqA3UftP https://t.co/cP8F1ngAEQ
McDonald’s CEO on Viral Bite, Social Media Strategy
For my latest interview, I talked with McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski about that viral bite and his strategy around social media and the menu. Link below 👇 https://t.co/LxAI0L4FD0
Authenticity Beats Corporate Facades: People Love Real Humans
Want people to love your brand? People love people, not companies. What if you tried honesty and your own personality? Some will hate it… but some will love you 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 of it. More: https://t.co/WMsL8dje4p
South Africa’s Inflation Plummets, SARB Swings Rates Aggressively
South Africa's inflation peaked at around 7.8% in mid 2022 and fell to a cycle low of around 2.7% in March 2025. The SARB responded with one of its most aggressive hiking cycles in recent history, taking the repo rate...
US Deficits Projected Near 7% of GDP by 2026
PIMCO: .. US budget deficits likely “grow to ~7% of GDP for 2026. Even if the amount of the supplemental request were halved to $100bn, deficits could grow to ~6.6% ..” https://t.co/fVC6QpbqzB
A‑Players Quit for Hidden Reasons, Not Just Money
A-players don’t just “quit.” As a founder in the trenches for 20+ years, I’ve seen my fair share of A-players come and go. Most assume that star employees leave because of compensation or career advancement reasons. For some, yes, but for...
Now Is Prime Time for Fresh Private Credit Capital
Quite the opportune time to be putting fresh capital to work in private credit. https://t.co/JSc6jmY0Rb
Deal Market Paused Amid Post‑Easter Lull, War Threat
Deal market seems to be on hold: Easter in the rearview and massive war escalation possibly ahead.
YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection, Backs NO FAKES Act
At @YouTube, we're expanding our automated likeness detection technology to help prominent figures manage unauthorized AI-generated replicas. We’re also proud to work alongside Congress in support of the NO FAKES Act to establish a federal property right that protects your...
Buyers Want Understanding, Not Over‑Explaining Expertise
The smartest rep I ever hired was the worst closer. He had an MBA and knew every feature of the product. But buyers do not want to be impressed. They want to be understood. Have you seen someone lose a deal by overexplaining? https://t.co/poW3ijd493
Google Trusts Site, Driving Massive Post‑update Rankings
https://t.co/g44C5uqw6b seems... trusted by Google. :) Massive gains with the December 2025 broad core update. I'm seeing this when analyzing a client's situation btw. They are everywhere when checking important queries for that client... https://t.co/YDIijP80Sf
Tariffs Mostly Shifted to Foreign Exporters, Not Consumers
Fun paper from Fed/Georgetown economists: A chunk of what was thought to be price increases driven by 2018-19 tariffs is attributable to smaller purchase orders due to tariffs. Their conclusion: tariffs were primarily borne by foreign exporters. https://t.co/wxoheNJ8PO
Focus on One Visible Product; Timing and Margins Win
How to launch an 8 figure ecom product the right way in 2026: 1. If nobody can see your product being used in public (or in a day in the life reel), it won't spread. 2. One product, one obsession. Don’t diversify...
St. Louis Fed Spread Hit 3.11% on June 1 2023
Always remember that the spreads are quoted differently depending on who you're quoting mortgage rates with. The St. Louis Fed spread's recent high was June 1, 2023, at 3.11% https://t.co/sraBmi3n5u
31 Conferences to Share Women’s Tournament Revenue Over Three Years
Here's what each of the 31 @NCAA DI conferences will make in units from this year's women's basketball tournament. Payments spread across three years, starting in 2027. 📈: @Sportico, @LevAkabas https://t.co/AH6zhbWGun
Warm Intros: The Genius Shortcut to VC Hiring
I recently saw a VC job posting with an unusual requirement. To be considered, you HAD to find a way to get a warm intro to someone on the team. My first reaction was that's not fair. My second reaction was -...
Now Is the Cheapest, Easiest Era to Launch a Startup
Best time in history to start a business - ~0 startup costs - can find any info you need w/ google/AI - connect w/ already-successful people on X w/ a DM - can hire employees all across the world for cheap - infinite scale...
Valuation Hype Blinds Investors; Fundamentals Still Matter
Startuping is hard. Bolt, the one-click checkout turned financial “super app," raised nearly $1B, and hit an $11B valuation. Now it's cut a third of its staff, struggling to pay contractors, and its app has 5,000 downloads with mostly one-star reviews. Capital...
AI, Values, and Trust: Rebuilding College Sports Media
Wrote a little bit this morning about AI in media and college sports administration...as well as values, service, and how to get fans (and readers) to trust you again. https://t.co/3aG47EVBNr
HR Demands Impossible Experience for Brand‑new Tech
The Evil HR Lady when you don’t have 5 years of experience with a technology that’s only been out for one year
WNBA Expansion Fees Dwarfed by $300M+ Team Valuations
Banger @WNBA scoop here from @kbadenhausen. The league's three expansion teams are paying $250M fees, but they're already raising at much higher valuations. Detroit - $325M Cleveland - $290M Also, Will Smith is an investor in Philadelphia. https://t.co/VB2gTICRjE
Markets Rise on Deal Hopes, Energy Pressure Relief
Why are markets rallying despite Trump's threats? 1. They think deal in imminent 2.They think US will take the Strait of Hormuz either way pressure on energy comes down.
WNBA Governors Vote on High‑Priced Expansion in CLE, DET, PHI
SCOOP: NBA & WNBA governors are finally voting this week on W expansion in CLE, DET & PHI, per memo sent to teams. Cleveland ($290M) & Detroit ($325M) have raised $ at higher prices than $250M expansion. W team governor...
Weekly US Inflation Updates Vs. Fed Forecasts Begin
Tomorrow, with mtks back to full liquidity, we will start a run of US inflation updates for the week. We start with the NY Fed's Consumer Inflation Expectations reading, then Thursday we have the Fed's preferred PCE deflator and Friday...
Building AI Tools for Viral UGC Marketing
As you know, coding now is not a problem. So... I'm going deep into UGC and MARKETING. Build tools to help me build viral content for Instagram/TikTok. Showing progress on real use-cases, what works and what doesn’t. The project is a...
Semrush Data Shows Unusual Turkey Traffic Spike Anomaly
OK, let's talk turkey. No really, I mean the country. :) Semrush data looks very wonky for the country. Every site I'm checking surged through the roof for Turkey, but not for other countries. There must be some type of...
Zimbabwe Aims for Upper‑middle‑income Status by 2030
Zimbabwe is a middle income country… that’s why Vision 2030 is about becoming an UPPER MIDDLE INCOME ECONOMY… Of course you can be poor as an individual due to your own circumstances, but don’t drag the whole country into your...
Your First HR Hire Drives Smarter Startup Scaling
That First HR Hire Is Key To Unlocking Smarter Scaling For #Startups @Forbes https://t.co/DD8U7zUxr8 #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #FutureofHR
Houthis Grip Bab Al-Mandeb, Threaten Global Shipping
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is the gateway into the Red Sea, en route to the Suez Canal. Houthis CONTROL THE STRAIT. Ships avoid the strait because of danger & punishing insurance rates. If Trump escalates in Iran, the Houthis will squeeze the chokepoint...
Twitch‑Minecraft Sponsorship Opens to Partners and Affiliates
Twitch and Minecraft are teaming up for a major campaign. Twitch Partners and Affiliates can access a Minecraft Sponsorship (the first time Affiliates are eligible). Partner offers are good (~$1+/CCV/Hour). Affiliate offers are okay. > https://dashboard.twitch.tv/monetization/sponsorships
Oil Spike Triggers Biggest Monthly Inflation Rise Since 2022
We just saw largest monthly inflation increase since 2022. Most people still don't realize exactly why this happened and what the implications are. It starts with oil. Oil is the backbone of the global economy, so when it spikes, the impact doesn’t stay...
Use Reddit Trends Data to Boost SEO Insights
Are you using Reddit Pro? -> How to use Reddit Trends data for SEO *Topic Ideas *Brand sentiment *Monitor competitors *Trends and popularity https://t.co/rCR4e4Lk9j via @seosmarty https://t.co/GMd5sR5w28
Snowflake’s New CRO Predicted After Insider Leak
Snowflake has a new CRO. Which was 100% predictable when the last one went on Instagram and divulged insider information in a blackout period. https://t.co/um1qZp1OWT
Tell Them Who You Are, Not What You Can Do
When an interview asks "tell me about yourself". Tell them about who you are, not what you can do. Who you are fully shows up in what you do.
Seeking Research Advisory Manager with Agency & Enterprise Experience
I'm looking to hire another research advisory/account manager person for Wynter. The role is about helping key accounts make the most out of Wynter, help with research planning and implementation. Ideally looking for: - agency consulting/selling experience (CRO or research agencies...
NYC’s Financial Hub Likely to Relocate to Texas
If and when the end of this Fourth Turning comes, and the Financial Capital of the World leaves NYC, it is more likely to end up moving to Texas than somewhere in Asia. https://t.co/CrIB1ON3YH
Disney's Parks Power Fuels Profit, Yet Risks Stagnation
Over the past decade, Disney’s Parks & Cruises division has jumped from 18% to 57% of DIS operating profit. The combined TV, Sports and Film Studio operating profit fell from 70% to 25% (32% if include streaming). Parks & Cruises still...
Private Credit Market Nears Size of High‑Yield Bonds
Learned alot from the annual shareholder letter from Jamie Dimon on tailwinds/headwinds to economy including perspective on Private Credit. PC Mkt is $1.8T, HY Bond Mket is $1.5T, Bank Syndicated Leverage Loan Mkt $1.7T. Total IG Bond Mkt...
March Jobs Surge, Unemployment Drops to 4.2%
BofA Mar jobs: Spring in full bloom...Across the board strength...Jobs surged, but in part due to weather and strike payback All eyes were on the u-rate decline to 4.2%...Slower but still stable income growth...feast for the hawks https://t.co/Z4apZhQNN2
TNR Gold Secures $4.2M Strategic Investment From Altius Minerals
TNR Gold $TNR.V $TRRXF Welcomes CAN$4.2 Million Strategic Investment by Altius Minerals by @newsfile https://t.co/vU3z2oZC7L
Talk to Customers, Not Just Social Media Echo Chambers
I've coached 200+ store owners. Here's the pattern: The ones who spent all day on Twitter and in Discord groups failed. The ones who spent all day talking to their customers won. Your echo chamber isn't your market. Trust nothing.
Instagram Launches TikTok‑style Shop, Reshaping Influencer Marketing
Instagram just copied a big TikTok feature. Meta now has their own TikTok Shop. It’s either gonna ruin Instagram… Or revolutionize Influencer Marketing… https://t.co/wnlWi5RDr7
Giants Save $13M, Lawrence Gets $20M Deal
Trading DL Dexter Lawrence New Team Acquires 2026: $20M 2027: $19.5M #Giants Dead Cap $13.9M ($13M savings) https://t.co/4OLQwpacVw
Three Wins Required: Tech, Business, Procurement—Skip One, Deal Stalls
Founders: Every enterprise deal needs three closes: 1. Technical win (product fit) 2. Business win (ROI/value) 3. Procurement win (terms/price) Skip one, watch deals stall at the finish line.
French vs South African Chains Battle African Retail
Many African retail markets are contested by dueling French and South African chains. This and more featured in the Chartbook Top Links. https://t.co/zZCQM6c25l
How the Strait of Hormuz Shapes Global Goods Flow
We did an awesome interview on the physical layout and flow of goods resulting from the Strait of Hormuz, with @mercoglianos. Listen here. https://t.co/jmVFr6LS8L
Saudi, Qatar, Abu Dhabi Fund 30% of Paramount‑Warner Deal
About 30% of Paramount's $81B takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery is financed by the sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi—three countries attacked by Iran since the U.S. started its latest Middle East conflict. https://t.co/mOjqkF3fza
Voice AI Secures Over $1B Funding in January
Voice AI had a stellar first quarter, with startups getting more than $1.88 million in funding in voice and voice-related startups. January was the biggest month with over $1 billion in funding My story in the newsletter: https://t.co/xanR263SOd