by John Macdonald | Jan 24, 2026 | The250
The rocket has been moved to the launchpad. We’re about to go back to the moon. This is a literal moonshot. We also use moonshot as an analogy for some big, audacious, and not-very-likely goal. The kind that inspires, but also causes rolling eyes. In any... by John Macdonald | Jan 23, 2026 | The250
Be the person who: Can be trusted.Shows up.Honors their word.Takes responsibility.Shows kindness.Shows gratitude.Show empathy.Loves.People rely on.Digs in.Brings joy.Solves problems.Does the work.Goes alongside.Is in the arena. Be the person. Share this: Click... by John Macdonald | Jan 22, 2026 | The250
If you’re not happy with your meal, the sweater that just showed up at your doorstep, or the performance review you just received, maybe you should complain. But to whom? You can complain to the person you see, i.e., the person that just happens to be in your orbit at... by John Macdonald | Jan 21, 2026 | The250
What’s your exit strategy? When you found a startup, or run a startup, or look for investment, that’s the number one question that you will get. In this context, what people are asking is “How are you (or I) going to make a bajillion dollars?” The typical answers are:... by John Macdonald | Jan 20, 2026 | AI, The250
I’m now in my mid-50’s. Squarely outside the norm of pop culture. My life inspires the Dr. Rick commercials. I’ve gotta look up words I overhear young people using. I text in full sentences and spell out words. Etc. You understand. Basically, I’m left behind... by John Macdonald | Jan 19, 2026 | AI, The250
I hate when someone says, “Work smarter, not harder.” It feels condescending. Like, somehow I’m no good at what I do, or at the very least, I should be doing it differently. But, it really is an excellent strategy. And as for “doing it differently” — yeah, maybe...