Sep 19Growth Foundations: User ActivationWelcome to the third installment of our Growth Foundations series. We’ve already covered how tech behemoths harness Acquisition Loops to grow in a viral manner, and how Habit Loops can be a magnet that keeps users engaged. Now, let’s dig a bit into the activation stage of the user journey. The Basics of User Activation …Product5 min readProduct5 min read
Jun 16Growth Foundations: Habit LoopsWelcome to the sequel in our Growth Foundations series. Now that we’ve covered how technology companies utilize Acquisition Loops for swift product proliferation and securing dominant market positions, it’s time to delve into the strategies that keep users engaged, making them revisit and power use the product. The focus of…Product15 min readProduct15 min read
Jun 6Growth Foundations: Acquisition LoopsGM! I am writing this article with the intention of sharing insights that I have gathered over my years helping to grow brands, products, and communities. We’re all striving to create things that can positively impact people’s lives, and to do so, a deep understanding of growth mechanisms is invaluable…Marketing10 min readMarketing10 min read
Dec 2, 2022This Time is Different; the Bitcoin Security Model“This time is different” That’s always the story, but is this time actually different? For Ethereum, it is. The #1 smart contract blockchain in the world has moved to Proof of Stake due to it being more environmentally friendly and more secure than its Proof of Work counterpart. While many…Bitcoin8 min readBitcoin8 min read
Published inPOAP·Jun 16, 2022How To Make Your Own POAPWhat is a POAP? A POAP is a digital collectible, minted in celebration of life’s remarkable moments. Each POAP is a gift from issuer to collector, in celebration of a shared moment in time. What is a “You’ve Met Me” POAP? A “You’ve Met Me” POAP is issued in memory of a meeting between two people. This may include meeting for…Web33 min readWeb33 min read
May 21, 2020From Private Blockchains to Public EthereumWhile Private Blockchains have previously dominated enterprise and institutional use, the transition to Public Ethereum has commenced. — The First Blockchain — BitcoinCryptocurrency9 min readCryptocurrency9 min read
May 9, 2020Ethereum and the Gartner Hype Cycle“The Hype Cycle is not a new phenomenon, but can be seen throughout history as each new innovation captures the human imagination.” — Gartner Inc. The Innovation Trigger — A World Computer with Smart ContractsCryptocurrency5 min readCryptocurrency5 min read
Apr 20, 2020Ethereum, Chainlink Frogs and Sacred Social ContractsCrypto Communities and their Unique Sub Cultures Ethereum and Chainlink are the clear leaders in their respective categories and are often considered a match made in heaven. While these blooming communities have had their ups and downs, all should take notice at the amazing work being done towards building a New Open Financial System. Ethereum is a…Bitcoin4 min readBitcoin4 min read
Dec 28, 2019Crypto Assets and the Innovative InvestorHistory shows that as asset classes emerge, new types of investors arrive to take advantage of unprecedented market dynamics. We are now entering an era of Crypto Assets and the associated Innovative Investor. Crypto Assets and the Innovative Investor Crypto Assets require a unique knowledge set if one wants to avoid common pitfalls. These assets are…Investing4 min readInvesting4 min read
Dec 2, 2019Ethereum: The Anti-Fragile HydraThe Mythical Hydra One of Hercules’ most famous battles was against a great Hydra. According to Greek mythology, a Hydra is unique in that when it’s attacked and has a head severed, two more grow back in its place. The more pain and issues the Hydra encounters, the more resilient it becomes. …Ethereum10 min readEthereum10 min read
