Ryan FrederickBe Like MessiI’m a Columbus Crew supporter and season ticket holder, but that doesn’t affect my ability to see that there are some important lessons…2d ago12d ago1
Ryan FrederickNon-MonetizationI have mentored many founders and am currently actively mentoring six. One of the current mentees asked me why I don’t charge for mentoring…3d ago23d ago2
Ryan FrederickMeaning Opportunity GapThe term crisis of meaning isn’t new. The language and connotation are harsh and, in many cases, likely justified. We are overrun with…5d ago5d ago
Ryan FrederickBusinesses Are Not Always What They SeemCompanies make, distribute, or store a product or provide a service. It’s pretty simple at a high level. Companies and their…6d ago166d ago16
Ryan FrederickTechnology Advising at Transform LabsThe team at Transform Labs are technology advisors. What does this mean, and how do we help clients to empower growth and efficiency…Oct 28Oct 28
Ryan FrederickTransformations Require Noise ReductionThe world is a noisy place — noisier than it’s ever been — which makes transformations even more challenging.Sep 51Sep 51
Ryan FrederickTransformation: Looking and Feeling StupidA significant impediment to transformations is the fear of looking and feeling stupid.Aug 6Aug 6
Ryan FrederickTransformations Are UglyWe see the outcome of transformations as an outsider but we don’t see the ugly to get there.The person that goes from being a couch potato…Jul 231Jul 231
Ryan FrederickSingle Feature Dependency (Including AI)One feature is unlikely to separate a product from the competition, drive value for users, or build a long-term sustainable business…Jul 12Jul 12
Ryan FrederickTransformations Require SubtractionTransformations require clarity, commitment, and discipline. Situations in which there is a lot of excess ‘stuff’ are not good conditions…Jul 12Jul 12