Andrew V McDermot

Mar
03
Monday Memo

Monday Memo

"Slow-burn seduction"...humans and stories...how buffet restaurants make a profit.
4 min read
Mar
01
Must See: Phone Call Between AI Agents

Must See: Phone Call Between AI Agents

Y Combinator reveals where real AI startups begin: not on social media, but through deep expertise or hands-on industry experience. Learn how top founders found their edge
4 min read
Feb
27
Need to Know News - February 27th, 2025

Need to Know News - February 27th, 2025

OpenAI's new model isn't "frontier," Allstate says AI is nicer than humans, and 94% spend on AI but only 21% use it effectively.
7 min read
Feb
24
Monday Memo

Monday Memo

Trust is a moat...Jack Dorsey on AI agents...and the metrics that matter to scaling your business.
4 min read
Feb
22
How Top Founders Find Winning AI Business Ideas

How Top Founders Find Winning AI Business Ideas

Y Combinator reveals where real AI startups begin: not on social media, but through deep expertise or hands-on industry experience. Learn how top founders found their edge
4 min read
Feb
20
Need to Know News - February 20th, 2025

Need to Know News - February 20th, 2025

AI designs Crocs charms, an AI hiring startup hits $2B, and why Grok 3 takes time to think.
6 min read
Feb
17
Monday Memo

Monday Memo

Don't wait for anyone to tell you what to build, Naval on the best job advice, and how companies leverage the 'Hawthorne Effect.'
4 min read
Feb
13
Need to Know News - February 13th, 2025

Need to Know News - February 13th, 2025

From self-replicating AI systems to landmark copyright rulings, plus why AI talent is commanding record salaries—this week's biggest AI developments...
6 min read
Feb
10
Monday Memo

Monday Memo

Don't ignore why previous attempts failed your prospect...AI is like steroids...and how to spot a market bubble.
5 min read
Feb
08
[New Prompt] Hacking the status game

[New Prompt] Hacking the status game

First, brands can now create personalized ads. Second, companies save big on production costs. Finally, brands can maintain a consistent voice across all channels.
4 min read