Dickie Bush 🚢 (@dickiebush)

Paul Graham once said: "Like having a child, running a startup is hard to imagine unless you've done it yourself." This quote hit hard while I read Paul's latest essay, Founder Mode. I've found 3 valuable lessons every leader needs to hear:🧵 ...

I run a 7-figure business. But for years I wasted millions making horrible decisions. So I spent 100+ hours studying Ray Dalio to learn his best mental models for decision-making. Here's what I found:🧵 ...

This man was Steve Jobs's secret source of branding inspiration. In a legendary internal meeting, Jobs revealed how this guy had cracked the code to build an iconic brand. Here's his philosophy (that saved Apple from bankruptcy in 1997):🧵 ...

Most people spend 10,000 hours mastering a skill. But top performers do it in 1,000. The difference isn't talent—it's *how* they learn. Here's the 3-part framework I use to rapidly learn anything:🧵 ...

Look at this guy. In the 60s, he created legendary ad campaigns for Rolls Royce, Schweppes, & Dove. And in 1982, he sent a memo to his staff called "How to write." In 10 bullets he put together a masterclass in effective writing:🧵 ...

This is Jean-Claude Van Damme. In 2013, he drove the world crazy—but not because of his movies. His genius viral marketing stunt put Volvo on the map and is arguably the greatest ad of all time:🧵 ...

Look at these three. They have 8M+ followers and make millions from their personal brands. But most creators die broke. Their secret? Using this ONE strategy that 99% of creators ignore (it's so simple it's laughable): What do Justin, Ali, and Codie have in common? They’ve sold millions of doll...

This is Eugene Schwartz. In 1966, he published Breakthrough Advertising, a book so good the original hardcover sells for $247. Inside, he shared the daily writing routine that helped him write effortless, high-converting copy. Here's how it works:🧵 ...

The most creative company of the last 30 years: Pixar. Back in 2011, Pixar storyboard artist Emma Coats shared their "22 Rules For Storytelling." And the rules are a must-read for writers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to tell captivating stories. Here's the breakdown: ...