Hi, I’m Tian 👋
As a software engineer and entrepreneur, I share insights on building and selling software, leading teams, and navigating the business landscape—along with a few personal reflections.
Recent Posts
- [The 4 Ps of Marketing: Rewritten for the AI Age]: In the AI era, the classic 4 Ps of marketing—Product, Price, Place, and Promotion—demand a modern interpretation. This article analyzes how startups can adapt these foundational principles for innovation and growth, with Notion's journey as a pivotal case study.... Read more...
- [The $100M Telemetry Bug: What OpenAI's Outage Teaches Us About System Design]: OpenAI's recent outage reveals critical insights into modern system design, highlighting how safety measures can inadvertently become risks. Learn the lessons from this $100M telemetry bug and how they apply to your own tech infrastructure.... Read more...
- [The Inadequate Equilibrium: How Systems Fail and Where Opportunity Hides]: Exploring the concept of inadequate equilibrium and its implications for innovation and opportunity in various sectors, including healthcare and technology.... Read more...
- [How to Build and Sell Software Effectively]: Learn a comprehensive framework for building and distributing software, from crafting a vision to evaluating product success and refining go-to-market strategies.... Read more...
- [Principles for Second 10 Years at Work]: Early career focuses on continuous learning, gaining specialized expertise, and building foundational leadership skills, while late career shifts toward creating strategic impact, mentoring the next generation, and leaving a meaningful legacy that shapes industries, communities, or personal networks.... Read more...
- [BlockEden.xyz High-Availability Delegated Blockchain Node Infrastructure]: Learn about the features and benefits, including simplified node setup, reduced costs, and stable network performance.... Read more...
- [Exploring CES 2024: Software Innovations, Trends, and Insights]: Dive into CES 2024 with our comprehensive review, featuring the latest in AI, FinTech, blockchain, health tech, and more. Discover key takeaways for exhibitors and attendees, from standout gadgets to strategic event navigation.... Read more...
- [How to be an illuminator?]: Discover the qualities of an Illuminator and how they positively impact communication and relationships. Learn the key traits of being an effective conversationalist, from persistent curiosity about others to enhancing productivity and creativity. Understand the contrast with Diminishers and how Illuminators foster empathy, understanding, and self-discovery in conversations, creating a space where everyone feels heard and valued.... Read more...
- [Conducting User Interview]: Master the art of user interviews with our in-depth guide, featuring key objectives, best practices, and typical pitfalls. Gain insights into user behavior and problem-solving techniques, enriched with real-world examples from Doordash and Rippling.... Read more...
- [The Art of Empathy]: Exploring the deeper meaning of empathy, this article is based on Chapter 11 of David Brooks' 'How to Know a Person: The Art of Understanding Others and Being Understood.' It delves into humanity's pursuit of recognition, the impact of family relationships on personal defense mechanisms, and how to enhance interpersonal skills through empathy. It covers insights from the still-face experiment, the formation of defense mechanisms in childhood, and the three components of empathy: mirroring, mentalizing, and caring. Finally, practical methods to enhance empathy are provided to help readers understand and improve their emotional interactions.... Read more...
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