Quitting
The Art of Quitting: Embracing the Power of Knowing When to Walk Away for Success
Summary
Weekly startup discovery digest, featuring three startups with unique business concepts.
A book review on "Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away," which emphasizes that quitting may sometimes be a prudent choice.
A visual analytics feature on the annual number of patent filings for artificial intelligence technologies.
Source of motivation
"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena." - Theodore Roosevelt, Citizenship in a Republic
Startup Discovery Digest
I get the chance to connect with entrepreneurs from all corners of the globe. Witnessing an amazing diversity of business models is truly eye-opening, as each entrepreneur offers a fresh perspective.
Every month, I interact with a plenty of startups and compile a list of potential investments to share with you. While I might not personally invest in every company on the list, it's important for me to feature them here due to their outstanding founders or distinctive business concepts that can inspire others in the entrepreneurial journey.
Glov is a platform that utilizes AI-driven mini-robots to enhance e-commerce websites' conversion rates in real-time. (Turkey, Seed)
Cyb3r Operations: Advanced threat intelligence platform, protecting businesses from cyber threats. (UK, Seed)
Wemerang connects brands with Gen Z through challenges that benefit society, offering rewards for completing them and sustainable social media marketing. (Mexico, Seed)
The Weekly Read
I recently began reading an interesting book titled "Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away" that delves into understanding the significance of walking away when it's necessary. With compelling examples, the author brings clarity on how entrepreneurs can find their optimal path in a world where we're constantly told not to give up. This book underscores the idea that walking away can, at times, be a wise decision.
Contradictory to common perceptions, quitting isn't necessarily equivalent to failing or lacking courage; instead, it outlines another way forward. Imagine developing a minimum viable product (MVP) and trying out several initial products but facing setbacks. Instead of getting stuck in disappointment, you promptly shift your focus toward testing the next item. This approach highlights the value of being aware when it's time to abandon one path and seek new prospects.
In her insightful book "Quit" Annie Duke illustrates why quitting is vital using stories from accomplished individuals while also offering constructive tactics for decision-making and goal-setting.
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