PinnedPatrick MorkExplaining Paul Graham’s Founder Mode (or at least trying to)I was in shuttle going through the jungle mountains of Guatemala after the Volcano Summit this weekend when Sebastian Kreis, the founder…11h ago11h ago
Patrick MorkThe Key to the Right Sale: Be AssertiveA founder I was working with was in discussions a few weeks ago with a much larger company interested in acquiring his business. The…Aug 281Aug 281
Patrick MorkHave you ever woken up one day and asked yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing?We all have.Aug 9Aug 9
Patrick MorkHow Founders can go from “Pleasing” to making tough decisionsThe other day, a friend of mine went off the rails at a dinner party. These things can happen. He said some things and behaved in a way…Jul 14Jul 14
Patrick MorkWhy am I unhappy when society tells me I’m successful?Why are so many of us unhappy or unfulfilled in our lives or at work? Back in 2017 when I was laid off after nearly 20 years in marketing…Jun 23Jun 23
Patrick MorkYou don’t have to be an asshole…reallyA few months ago in downtown Miami, I came across a homeless woman. Something about her struck a chord in me. So, I asked if I could get…Jun 14Jun 14
Patrick MorkHow to overcome your FEARSAt 47, I made one of the most challenging decisions of my life: leaving the familiarity of Silicon Valley for the unknowns of Santiago…Jun 9Jun 9
Patrick MorkThe first step in finding your next job isn’t what you think it isI’m always amazed how many people make the same mistake when they either get fired or decide to leave their current job. The default for…Jun 5Jun 5
Patrick MorkThe Memorial Day Superpower that you might not know about…Santiago, Chile. 2018. Fresh off a plane at 47, I’d traded my corner office and veteran CMO title for a cramped apartment and a fledgling…May 25May 25
Patrick MorkHappy Sunday folks!Some years ago, during my time in the high-octane life of Silicon Valley, I found myself stepping back to reassess who I was and what truly…May 19May 19