Nic HaralambousBlog
Real stories and actionable frameworks from 20+ years of building, failing, and learning.
It’s Not Bad Enough To Leave
I’ve never truly experienced the feeling of being trapped in a place of work or anything else for that matter. I’ve never let my expenses exceed my earnings which would corner me into a dead end job.
Make That Call
I hate making phone calls. I don’t really know why but I’ve always had a small issue making calls of any kind.
My Girlfriend Is A Vegan
I started dating Jen nine and a half years ago. When we started out she ate animals.
The Two Habits That Changed My Life
I stopped smoking cigarettes 4 years ago. I was a heavy smoker.
Sometimes it’s just socks
Not all paths are created equal.
Things to consider when rebranding your company
I’ve spent two years actively building a brand that people trust. I engage with people in real time, I’ve created a product that people are proud to wear and one that they actively tell people about.
I write to you every week
Every week I'll send you my three favourite things from the week and at least one idea that I can't stop thinking about.
Stop Being A Knowledge Snob
I’m so tired of people protecting their experience and knowledge as if it’s the one ring that binds them all. Your Precious.
Burn Baby Burn - Your Investor’s Cash Up In Flames
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Danielle Morrill’s article about startup burn rates. Particularly the voyeuristic view into the workings and spendings of startups in other countries.
Charity Will Not Save South Africa
I spoke at a conference in Cape Town recently and at the end of the talk there was a Q&A session.
Shopping Malls - The Google of Offline
I’d like to immediately call into question the distinction between online and offline retail.
Why “It’s Just Business” Is Bullshit
For those of us who pour everything we are into our passions, it’s personal.
7 ways to screw up that important meeting
I can’t stress this point enough. If you start out every meeting with a 100% chance of the person liking you, by being late you immediately drop that to 50%, at least.
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