Archive - Pattern Breakers

Pattern Breakers gathering November 18 atop Salesforce Tower

I'm hosting an invite-only event on November 18th at the top of Salesforce Tower starting at around 6pm for people interested in the topics we cover in…

Nov 8 •

October 2024

Getting Your Startup’s Story Straight… with a Story Spine

In our recent post on the importance of storytelling, I pointed out that storytelling isn’t just talk—it’s a proven and vital way of moving people to…

Oct 28 •

Why storytellers move the world

In recent posts, we’ve explored the power of movements and why founders need to rethink traditional marketing. There's a related idea that in my years…

Oct 19 •

RIP Old-School Marketing

Old-School marketing is dying.

Oct 9 •

July 2024

Pattern Breakers Co-Conspirator Meetup Webinar This Friday Noon Pacific

A chance to say thanks, get feedback, and share ideas with early readers

Jul 16 •

Pattern Breakers featured on #1 Substack business newsletter

Jul 14 •

How Movements Make Radical Change Real

The Pattern Breakers book is now available wherever you buy your books.

Jul 12 •

Today is the Day!

Pattern Breakers book is out now... and How You Can Help

Jul 9 •

June 2024

May 2024

The Venture Mindset – A Compelling Addition to Your Summer Reading List

Ilya Strebulaev at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and his colleague Alex Dang just came out with a book that should be on your summer reading…

May 25 •

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