Competition. Am I screwed?
You're not screwed by competition; it's a validation of your idea. Learn from competitors by analyzing their customers and features. Don't fear their presence; focus on building your product and adding value. Many companies can thrive in the same space—one competitor doesn't define your success.
Advice for Visitors to Japan
Explore Tokyo's local hotels for a unique stay, enjoy Yakiniku near Yurakucho, and visit Tsukiji Fish Market for fresh seafood. Take a day trip to Kamakura for historic temples and try a vegetarian meal prepared by monks at Kou Myou Ji. Don't miss the experience of staying in a Ryokan!
Insider tips for visitors to Seattle
For stunning views of downtown Seattle, visit Kerry Park in Queen Anne. For Mt. Rainier, head to Sunrise for better views. Don't miss Snoqualmie Falls, and consider a budget-friendly boat ride on the King County Water Taxi. Enjoy a secret Italian meal at La Rustica in West Seattle!
The Museum of Coffee Gift Shop (aka Starbucks)
Starbucks, as described by Howard Schultz in “Pour Your Heart Into It,” aims to be a community hub inspired by Italian cafes. However, it has devolved into a gift shop filled with overpriced coffee trinkets, raising the question: why do we need nearly 20,000 of these?
About Me
Joe Heitzeberg, former CEO of Crowd Cow and president of Madrona Venture Labs, is an entrepreneur advising early-stage AI startups. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Washington and an MBA from MIT Sloan. Currently on leave for a family medical situation, he has ceased operations at Blueprint AI.