Essential design tips for creating a better presentation Many startups are realizing their runway is shorter than expected and are looking to raise capital right now in a challenging market. The most critical asset for startups in this position is their pitch deck, and it is the centerpiece of marketing…

The Art & Science of Storytelling: Part 0 — You’ve all sat in a presentation where the presenter swept you away into their story and made you feel as though the story were written for you. You get so lost in the action that by the time the presentation ends, you’re surprised by how much time has passed. …

The process of visualizing our vision — A question I get often from our partners and founders is what’s with our Prime Movers Lab logo? Most people have a sense of what it represents but they can’t pin it down precisely. Let’s uncover it together in this blog post. Logos are everywhere and we’re surrounded by them…

But there are stupid questions — Of all my favorite TV shows, I remember growing up watching the late night talk shows most vividly. I was fascinated by the hosts’ ability to talk just about anything, making fun of current events, and expertly interviewing anyone; world leaders, movie stars, everyday people on the streets. One of…

Stories within a story — Great stories have the power to move mountains and connect people. From a young age, we learn about the world and who we are through stories. We’re born for them and stories affirm who we are, and nothing does a greater affirmation than when we connect through stories. …

Reflections on designing for the people in the material world. — Recently one of our partners pointed out to me that he senses zen in my design and art creations. Up to that point, it seemed to me that design had nothing to do with being a monk. That was when I connected the dots and started to see the aspects…

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G.O.A.T. — In a world without live sports to watch, The Last Dance documentary about Michael Jordan and the 90’s Chicago Bulls is a much-needed distraction and a great reminder of what it takes to be a winner. Here are my 23 takeaways from the series: Only the people who want to…

Too many books, so little time — Start with the conclusion Skip the backgrounds and references Then read the intro Then read the conclusion again Read just what you like and move on to the next book 50 pages should suffice Unread books are far more valuable than read books Consider a library not just a place…