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She hasn't paid herself in months

She hasn't paid herself in months

Being indispensable feels like the goal. It's the constraint.

May 1, 2026

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2 min read

4 Questions Before You Buy That Next Software

4 Questions Before You Buy That Next Software

88% of small businesses want AI. 45% don't know where to start.

Apr 3, 2026

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7 min read

We make cheeseburgers

We make cheeseburgers

The Fed says nearly 40% of small businesses are already on AI. One operator's answer explains everyone who isn't.

Mar 6, 2026

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2 min read

The midnight spreadsheet

The midnight spreadsheet

A 54-location restaurant operator couldn't tell what he made on DoorDash last month. That's the moment I left big tech.

Feb 13, 2026

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1 min read

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