From Brian

Uncensored advice about product development and building a high-growth software company from Brian de Haaff, co-founder and CEO at Aha!

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An Open Letter to Rich Startups
March 2, 2016
An Open Letter to Rich Startups

Can you feel them? The headwinds are starting to blow. The markets are going sideways and barrels of oil are now cheaper than going out to lunch with a close friend.

How to Handle that Awkward Video Interview
February 25, 2016
How to Handle that Awkward Video Interview

That sure is a handsome-looking pup you have there. He looks like a great companion and he is probably a ton of fun to hike with! But when he starts barking in the middle…

Make 2016 Your Year of "No"
February 24, 2016
Make 2016 Your Year of "No"

Saying “no” can be difficult. Follow these tips to zoom in on what you really care about, so you can say "no" to everything else.

34 Disney Quotes That Will Make You a Better Leader
February 22, 2016
34 Disney Quotes That Will Make You a Better Leader

I am fortunate to be a father. It definitely is the most rewarding but also the toughest job I do. One of the great wonders of being a parent is experiencing the world…

How to Solve Your Worst Problem in 15 Minutes
February 18, 2016
How to Solve Your Worst Problem in 15 Minutes

Everyone feels like a fool sometimes when they just cannot solve a thorny problem. You know what I mean — the kind of riddle that keeps you awake at night and invades…