Tech & Startup
Building a startup, finding product-market fit, and founder mindset. Practical essays for tech entrepreneurs and AI startup builders.
Two products that are changing the world started as random experiments.
I recently watched 2 videos. A Lenny's Podcast with Boris, the creator of Claude Code. And a TED talk by Peter, the creator of OpenClaw. I noticed a common t...
AI Is an Amplifier, Not an Equalizer
Thanks Agus Hocky and Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia for the invitation, and Hendri Zhang 张维前 for connecting.
Glad to be invited by East Ventures and Temasek to mentor at @my1st1000sg last Saturday. Thanks Ong Ju Boon for the invitation.
What I like about this challenge is its focus on earning revenue, instead of building a pitch deck or a prototype.
Am I the only one feeling uneasy building AI agents with OpenCrawl after testing it for a while?
I've been building AI agents before OpenClaw, and building skills using Claude Code for a while. It's powerful. When I learned about OpenClaw, I knew exactly...
Everyone tells you how easy it is to set up an AI agent with OpenClaw.
Nobody tells you how hard it is to maintain it.
"Don't fix what's not broken. We have other priorities."
This is the most common reason to push back on transformation.
Should You Listen to Customer Feedback?
This is one of the most debated topics in product development.
Founders, if your marketers make these 12 mistakes, you should consider hiring another senior.
Marketers, if you make these 12 mistakes, fix them before your boss finds out.
OpenClaw Creator: Why 80% Of Apps Will Disappear
YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g49K_bsk
Every parent with primary kids will experience this stress every week.
It is an evening ritual like this:
How the Rule of Thirds Improved My UI Design
In Steve Jobs' famous "connecting the dots" speech at Stanford,
UX/UI and naming matter more than capability for adoption.
Recently, everyone on LinkedIn is talking about learning Claude after the demo of Claude Cowork.
Hot Take: Vibe Coding Won't Replace Software Engineers
Here, I share my journey from a strong believer to a skeptic.
Announcing My New Role: Founder at Learn Parrot
How I Balance Business and Parenting as an Entrepreneur
Last December, as I squeezed out some time to help my kids with their study, I thought:
11 Frameworks Every Marketer Should Know
I've seen marketers drown in tactics while missing the fundamentals.
Does AI have empathy? I asked Claude a simple product question.
The answer surprised me.
5 Warning Signs Your Marketing Hire Is Just an Operator, Not a Strategist
Many founders make the mistake of hiring marketers who can execute… but not strategize.
Your AI Idea Must Justify Business ROI
Sometimes, proof of concept (POC) feels magical, but the real test is whether it can be deployed sustainably.
"If you're good at badminton, don't train for a tennis competition."
This is something I've learned through experience as a serial technopreneur.
The Circular Money Loop Behind OpenAI’s Funding
It goes one round. Oracle buys GPUs from Nvidia, and Nvidia invests in OpenAI. 😂
Joining an AI Strategy Panel at NTU EEE Alumni Event
Whether you’re deep in engineering, building your start-up, crafting user experiences, or leading teams – AI is reshaping all our paths right now.
Zuckerberg: Better to Overspend on AI Than Miss It
I actually respect Mark Zuckerberg for his gut as a technopreneur and innovator.
"Guys, I’m under attack"
I came across this post where a founder shared how his SaaS got exploited right after he started sharing how he built his SaaS using Cursor.
Our team is ready to kickstart the Business Plus AI Forum at CIFTIS Beijing 2025, in collaboration with Beijing Association for Trade in Services and World Trade Centers Association Beijing!
From rehearsals to the grand stage, everything is set for an exciting exchange of ideas on how AI is transforming industries and driving global collaboration...
Business Plus AI Forum @ Beijing CIFTIS 2025 | Global Online Free Live Stream
We are proud to share that we are bringing Business Plus AI Forum to CIFTIS 2025, one of the largest trade fairs in China. Join us on Saturday, September 13,...
❌ One common mistake we keep seeing business owners make in marketing:
They hire a junior marketer to run ads, create content and post on social media... And think their marketing is covered.
Three Stories of a Technopreneur
I have done many workshops and professional sharing sessions. This was the first time I shared personal stories.
OpenAI’s Windsurf deal is off — and Windsurf’s CEO is going to Google
Anyone feel like we should use AI to create a drama and publish it on Netflix?
Cursor's Pricing Changes Caused an Uproar
They have to do it because subsidizing the market with cheap tokens is not sustainable in the long run.
Why Some Startups and SMEs Fail to Scale
That's the question I wanted to find out after selling my startup to Hashmeta Group.
Forget Pain Points: Think Convenience
This advice from Ev Williams, co-founder of Blogger, Twitter and Medium should serve as a signpost.
Hey! e27 (Optimatic) just dropped something a little different and launched their very own official Echelon Founder Action Figurines (yup, seriously)—and we’re giving away COMPLIMENTARY Starter Passes to Echelon Singapore 2025 🎟️🚀
The Echelon Male and Female Founder Action Figurines – complete with pitch decks, oversized brains, coffee cups, and a lot of startup swagger. They’re built ...
Why External Consultants Drive Organizational Change
On a positive note, it's often difficult for someone within an organization to drive change due to internal politics. Companies hire consultants as an extern...
**GenAI Pitfalls**
ChatGPT has recently encountered various outages. These outages took down our AI services and disrupted business operations, both for us and our clients.
Yesterday OpenAI finally launched Sora and it never had a chance.
When Sora was announced a year ago it had everyones attention and rightfully so. It was essentially showcasing video quality on par with the current state of...
Two products that are changing the world started as random experiments.
I recently watched 2 videos. A Lenny's Podcast with Boris, the creator of Claude Code. And a TED talk by Peter, the creator of OpenClaw. I noticed a common t...
Am I the only one feeling uneasy building AI agents with OpenCrawl after testing it for a while?
I've been building AI agents before OpenClaw, and building skills using Claude Code for a while. It's powerful. When I learned about OpenClaw, I knew exactly...
"Don't fix what's not broken. We have other priorities."
This is the most common reason to push back on transformation.
OpenClaw Creator: Why 80% Of Apps Will Disappear
YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g49K_bsk
Every parent with primary kids will experience this stress every week.
It is an evening ritual like this:
UX/UI and naming matter more than capability for adoption.
Recently, everyone on LinkedIn is talking about learning Claude after the demo of Claude Cowork.
How I Balance Business and Parenting as an Entrepreneur
Last December, as I squeezed out some time to help my kids with their study, I thought:
Does AI have empathy? I asked Claude a simple product question.
The answer surprised me.
Your AI Idea Must Justify Business ROI
Sometimes, proof of concept (POC) feels magical, but the real test is whether it can be deployed sustainably.
The Circular Money Loop Behind OpenAI’s Funding
It goes one round. Oracle buys GPUs from Nvidia, and Nvidia invests in OpenAI. 😂
Zuckerberg: Better to Overspend on AI Than Miss It
I actually respect Mark Zuckerberg for his gut as a technopreneur and innovator.
"Guys, I’m under attack"
I came across this post where a founder shared how his SaaS got exploited right after he started sharing how he built his SaaS using Cursor.
❌ One common mistake we keep seeing business owners make in marketing:
They hire a junior marketer to run ads, create content and post on social media... And think their marketing is covered.
Three Stories of a Technopreneur
I have done many workshops and professional sharing sessions. This was the first time I shared personal stories.
Cursor's Pricing Changes Caused an Uproar
They have to do it because subsidizing the market with cheap tokens is not sustainable in the long run.
Hey! e27 (Optimatic) just dropped something a little different and launched their very own official Echelon Founder Action Figurines (yup, seriously)—and we’re giving away COMPLIMENTARY Starter Passes to Echelon Singapore 2025 🎟️🚀
The Echelon Male and Female Founder Action Figurines – complete with pitch decks, oversized brains, coffee cups, and a lot of startup swagger. They’re built ...
**GenAI Pitfalls**
ChatGPT has recently encountered various outages. These outages took down our AI services and disrupted business operations, both for us and our clients.
AI Is an Amplifier, Not an Equalizer
Thanks Agus Hocky and Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia for the invitation, and Hendri Zhang 张维前 for connecting.
Glad to be invited by East Ventures and Temasek to mentor at @my1st1000sg last Saturday. Thanks Ong Ju Boon for the invitation.
What I like about this challenge is its focus on earning revenue, instead of building a pitch deck or a prototype.
Everyone tells you how easy it is to set up an AI agent with OpenClaw.
Nobody tells you how hard it is to maintain it.
Should You Listen to Customer Feedback?
This is one of the most debated topics in product development.
Founders, if your marketers make these 12 mistakes, you should consider hiring another senior.
Marketers, if you make these 12 mistakes, fix them before your boss finds out.
How the Rule of Thirds Improved My UI Design
In Steve Jobs' famous "connecting the dots" speech at Stanford,
Hot Take: Vibe Coding Won't Replace Software Engineers
Here, I share my journey from a strong believer to a skeptic.
Announcing My New Role: Founder at Learn Parrot
11 Frameworks Every Marketer Should Know
I've seen marketers drown in tactics while missing the fundamentals.
5 Warning Signs Your Marketing Hire Is Just an Operator, Not a Strategist
Many founders make the mistake of hiring marketers who can execute… but not strategize.
"If you're good at badminton, don't train for a tennis competition."
This is something I've learned through experience as a serial technopreneur.
Joining an AI Strategy Panel at NTU EEE Alumni Event
Whether you’re deep in engineering, building your start-up, crafting user experiences, or leading teams – AI is reshaping all our paths right now.
Our team is ready to kickstart the Business Plus AI Forum at CIFTIS Beijing 2025, in collaboration with Beijing Association for Trade in Services and World Trade Centers Association Beijing!
From rehearsals to the grand stage, everything is set for an exciting exchange of ideas on how AI is transforming industries and driving global collaboration...
Business Plus AI Forum @ Beijing CIFTIS 2025 | Global Online Free Live Stream
We are proud to share that we are bringing Business Plus AI Forum to CIFTIS 2025, one of the largest trade fairs in China. Join us on Saturday, September 13,...
OpenAI’s Windsurf deal is off — and Windsurf’s CEO is going to Google
Anyone feel like we should use AI to create a drama and publish it on Netflix?
Why Some Startups and SMEs Fail to Scale
That's the question I wanted to find out after selling my startup to Hashmeta Group.
Forget Pain Points: Think Convenience
This advice from Ev Williams, co-founder of Blogger, Twitter and Medium should serve as a signpost.
Why External Consultants Drive Organizational Change
On a positive note, it's often difficult for someone within an organization to drive change due to internal politics. Companies hire consultants as an extern...
Yesterday OpenAI finally launched Sora and it never had a chance.
When Sora was announced a year ago it had everyones attention and rightfully so. It was essentially showcasing video quality on par with the current state of...