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Welcome to the latest edition of Great Startups! Here’s what’s in store:

• New Social Media Platform: BuzzFeed is launching a new Social Media platform.

• Musk Money Show: Elon Musk offered $97.4B to buy OpenAI

• Year Full of Failures: Data suggests 2025 will be full of failed startups

• Targeting Made Simple: A step-by-step guide to finding your perfect customer.

• Hidden Startup Debt: The silent killer that’s slowing growth.

Get ready to dive into these power-packed insights for founders and growth enthusiasts!

Resources

• Three Observations by Sam Altman. (LINK)

• Data suggests 2025 will be full of failed startups. (LINK)

• Deep Research and Knowledge Value. (LINK)

• How to get AI Startup Ideas. (LINK)

• What comes after coding, according to Vercel founder. (LINK)

ICYMI

• BuzzFeed is launching a new Social Media platform. (LINK)

• SoftBank might invest 25 billion on OpenAI. (LINK)

• Elon Musk offered $97.4B to buy OpenAI but his offer was rejected. (LINK)

• The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained. (LINK)

• Anthropic sees revenue potentially soaring to $34.5 billion in 2027. (LINK)

Quick Links

• Entrepreneur John Mullins shares 6 unconventional mindsets to spark innovation and drive entrepreneurial success.

• This guy solved a simple problem, shared how he finds profitable micro SaaS ideas, and offers lessons you can apply in 2025.

• Lenny Rachitsky and Jen Abel on how to approach founder-led sales.

• Carta shares 50 slides packed with insights for founders from 45,000 startups.

• How One AI App Founder Makes $20K+ Monthly—and How You Can Too!

Why Curiosity Is Your Best Defense Against AI

AI’s knocking on the door, and yeah, it’s got everyone wondering, “Will it take my job?” The truth? AI’s not the enemy—it’s the tool. If you’re not using it, you’re falling behind. But here’s the kicker: just using AI isn’t enough. To stay ahead, you’ve got to be passionate, curious, and adaptable. Jobs will change, especially the repetitive ones, but creative thinkers who embrace AI will thrive. So, don’t fear the bots—outsmart them.

When it comes to landing your next gig, it’s all about who you know. Applying online? Good luck standing out in a sea of 2,000 resumes. Instead, build your network now—not when you’re desperate. Stay connected with former colleagues, join professional groups, and lean on those relationships when opportunities pop up. Passion and persistence are your secret weapons. Oh, and don’t let your job define you—your career’s a journey, not a title. (LINK)

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