Dorm Room Tycoon (DRT)

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Designing The Verge with Joshua Topolsky, The Verge Sep 24, 2014

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In this interview, Joshua Topolsky explains the importance of design and how The Verge became profitable. We also talk about the state of web journalism and how to build an audience. N.B This interview was conducted whilst he was still at The Verge.

Using Data to Grow your Startup with Avinash Kaushik, Market Motive Sep 22, 2014

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In this interview, Avinash Kaushik explains the most effective practices for mastering web analytics. He reveals why we should focus on data analysis and not data reporting. He also outlines the importance of using data to make key business decisions.

How to Solve Big Problems with Max Levchin, HVF Labs Jul 30, 2014

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In this interview, Max Levchin explains what it means to improve lives by extracting insights from the vast quantities of recordable information around us. He also reveals the importance of vision and how to enter new industries.

Funding the Next Visionaries with Sam Altman, Y Combinator Jun 10, 2014

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In this interview Sam Altman outlines the future of Y Combinator. He reveals how the seed accelerator spots founders with potential and the significance it places on formidability. He also explains why Silicon Valley is still the place to do a startup.

Products and Relationships with Jeffrey Veen, Typekit May 15, 2014

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In this interview Jeffrey Veen, talks about the importance of having relationships and the power of working in small teams. He also reveals why you should be careful when picking your investors as well as the story behind how Typekit was acquired.

Designing Mobile Usability with Jakob Nielsen, NN/g Apr 30, 2014

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In this interview Jakob Nielsen, explains the rules of mobile usability. He outlines how to create seamless experiences and why designers are plagued with 'featuritis'. He then goes onto explain the reciprocity principle and the importance of user-centred design.

The Art of Selling with Daniel Pink, Author Mar 17, 2014

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In this interview, Daniel Pink shares his insights on how to sell ideas and products. He outlines why we’re all in sales now, and why uncovering latent problems is one of the most effective ways to move others.

Why Startups Fail with Michael Gerber, Author Feb 25, 2014

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In this interview, Michael Gerber explains why most small businesses fail and what to do about it. He illustrates the importance of creating systems, and why all successful businesses start with an obsession.

How to Scale with Kevin Hartz, Eventbrite Feb 11, 2014

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In this interview, Kevin Hartz explains the best way to approach large markets and hire talented people. He reveals the importance of scaling methodically, creating an advisory board and being customer centric.

Taking Small Smart Steps with Andrew Wilkinson, MetaLab Jan 31, 2014

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In this interview, Andrew Wilkinson explains why people initially fail and why you should design a business around what you want. He also outlines how to get more clients, build the right team and create successful products.

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