
What Nick Richtsmeier Made Me Say Out Loud
In a candid conversation with podcast host Nick Richtsmeier, the author expands on the backstory of his viral piece about quitting LinkedIn, revealing how the platform’s attention engine failed to generate real revenue. He details a $4‑5 million acquisition that fell short, the addiction to hustle culture, and the personal cost of constant online performance. The discussion underscores that high‑value executive deals come from private referrals, not algorithmic feeds, prompting a strategic reevaluation of where leaders invest their time and energy.

The Severance Playbook—Negotiate Your Divorce Before the Wedding
The post urges senior leaders to negotiate severance before signing any employment agreement, treating it as a risk‑mitigation tool rather than a perk. It highlights that executives often wait until termination, losing leverage and facing emotional and financial fallout. The...
