Will RobbinsDecision Making and Mental ModelsAs I’ve spent more and more time reading Slate Star Codex, Less Wrong, Julia Galef, Farnam Street, and Charlie Munger, I’ve realized how…May 2, 2018May 2, 2018
Will RobbinsGetting Positive FeedbackI’ve noticed that founders often optimize for finding the most positive feedback possible. That’s directionally a good move and it aligns…Apr 26, 2018Apr 26, 2018
Will RobbinsWhat do you optimize for?Advice depends on context, assumptions, and what you’re trying to optimize for. Much of it boils down to “this is what worked for me so…Apr 26, 2018Apr 26, 2018
Will RobbinsSimpson’s Paradox and Thinking Rationally in Venture CapitalDecision making in venture capital relies heavily on probabilistic thinking and difficult-to-compare historical data. The heuristics are…Apr 26, 2018Apr 26, 2018
Will RobbinsThis Blog Has Been Moved!This blog is now obsolete. I’ve moved it all to willrobbins.org!Jan 10, 2018Jan 10, 2018
Will RobbinsAn Intro to Contrary CapitalMany of the most impactful startups of the past 20 years were founded at universities. Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Yahoo, PayPal, Dell…Sep 18, 2017Sep 18, 2017
Will RobbinsExistential Risk and Effective AltruismThe Effective Altruism movement is a philosophy and social movement that applies evidence and reason to determine the most effective ways…Jul 25, 2017Jul 25, 2017
Will RobbinsImpact of Blockchain: Smart Contract Based Incentive CompensationMost examples of potential blockchain applications focus on making something more efficient. OpenBazaar is like eBay but without fees…Apr 18, 2017Apr 18, 2017
Will RobbinsAnalyzing Venture Opportunities Part 1: The Product and MarketI spend a lot of time talking about business opportunities through my work with Contrary Capital. I’ve noticed that many student founders…Mar 12, 2017Mar 12, 2017
Will RobbinsThe Flawed Economics of Robinhood: Why Users Are Better Off Without ItRobinhood has been getting more traction and press coverage recently. It’s catching on with some of my friends from school and I’ve gotten…Feb 13, 20175Feb 13, 20175