Jun 8, 2021Flower lessonsIt was the first pot of flowers I bought. I like flowers in nature, not much for those put in death for human pleasure though. Flowers are so delicate. For years, I’ve felt it was quite a responsibility to grow one, so I didn’t. Until that day, an orchid on…4 min read4 min read
Feb 16, 2021Holiday thoughts on familyHappy Lunar New Year! Although I consider myself more a global citizen after spending almost half of my life so far in North America and another half in Asia, it is always good to double the amount of holiday celebration and joy (and sometimes 4x when you’re working with a…Family4 min readFamily4 min read
Aug 7, 2018AI will take four roles in a company, which one is yours?AI is entering your company, sooner or later. Yet, a research in 2017 shows, 41% of the company executives are not sure what will be the role of AI in their company. Which business processes will it impact? How and how much? This article provides an easy-to-use framework for you…AI6 min readAI6 min read
Published inGood Audience·Aug 1, 2018The concepts behind AI - in one sentenceArtificial intelligence (AI) is inevitable, and corporations and individuals are trying to understand it to stay relevant. While you would not find an AI strategy for your company by reading through thousands of existing use cases, you can design one and know how it will evolve by understanding AI conceptually. …Machine Learning4 min readMachine Learning4 min read
May 25, 2018Venture debt is cheaper than venture capital, but how much?Venture debt, defined as loans provided to early-stage companies, is used increasingly by entrepreneurs in North America and Europe. In Canada, venture debt is also expected to bloom with growth in VC activity and the entry of venture debt lenders, such as CIBC and silicon valley banks. We often hear…Finance4 min readFinance4 min read
May 4, 2018When Is Blockchain Not Secure?The mere fact of having a Blockchain doesn’t mean it’s safe. As my previous article pointed out, Blockchain creates certainty, which can create an illusion of security that will make some people complacent. Take cryptocurrency hack, for example, has led to over billions lost. …Blockchain5 min readBlockchain5 min read
Mar 21, 2018Is the Blockchain disruption happening?As Blockchain continues to rise, many people have asked me: What does blockchain mean to us? Will it disrupt the industry we are in? When and how should we respond to this new technology? Many articles do a pretty good job explaining the Blockchain technology. However, for business leaders and…Blockchain7 min readBlockchain7 min read
Feb 23, 2018Why we always mistake Fads as Trends, and how not to do so? — Part IIIn part I, we talked about the differences between Fads and Trends and why they’re important. Forgot what I talked about in part I? Here are the main points Fads explode but fade, trends grow and last Most of the so-called trends are actually fads The Media is forced/incentivized/unaware of…Investing6 min readInvesting6 min read
Jan 30, 2018Why We Always Mistake Fads As Trends, And How Not To Do So? — Part IConstantly switching between “a management consultant advising CEOs in mature industries” and “an entrepreneur doing the dirty work in unknown fields”, I get to see how things converge and diverge across different perspectives. When making my 2018 resolution, I decided to start blogging to share my experience and lessons I’ve…Trends4 min readTrends4 min read
