Gradually, then suddenly: How Israeli high-tech could slip awayWhen a glacier begins to melt, it does so in a way that is imperceptible to the onlooker because the warming water melts it from beneath…Feb 6, 2023Feb 6, 2023
The Road to SubmissionThere is no difference between sheep in line to be sheared of their wool and sheep in line for slaughter. Both have complete faith that the…Jan 9, 2023Jan 9, 2023
Business in the OppositionBusinesses and their owners tend to stay out of politics and find it wise to do so. The risk of antagonizing those who disagree with you…Dec 28, 20228Dec 28, 20228
Our (Imperfect) DemocracyAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez seems very intelligent and knows the power of language more than most members of Congress. That doesn’t mean smart…May 16, 20219May 16, 20219
The Product-Market Fit Journey“Product-Market Fit” is the elusive goal of every startup. It is a single business term that at once denotes successful product delivery…Nov 26, 20192Nov 26, 20192
The Foreigner’s Guide to Israeli NamesAmerican high-tech is so full of immigrants that a foreign sounding name doesn’t generally spark much curiosity other than perhaps over…May 16, 2019May 16, 2019
Focusing is About Saying NoOn more than one occasion it has occurred to me that my job as a venture capitalist can easily be reduced to lots of meetings after which…Mar 31, 20193Mar 31, 20193
Hardcore Hardware in the HolylandVenture investors are right to be wary of silicon investment opportunities. Product-market fit must be assessed years ahead of product…Sep 20, 2018Sep 20, 2018
When Good Companies Choose Bad Names (and how to avoid it)Great startups will succeed regardless of their bizarre or ordinary names, but choosing the right name early will give you and your company…May 30, 20183May 30, 20183
