Author Archives: Josh Rutstein

A little ways back I was listening to an interview with Derek Sivers, former CEO of CD Baby.  While I often find it hard to come to decisions, I’ve made some big ones lately.  It got me to thinking about … Continue reading →

First they came for the Communists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Communist Then they came for the Socialists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Socialist Then they came for … Continue reading →

October 1, 2017.  It’s a game day. Patriots vs the Panthers.  All around a nice day.  Good weather, warmer than I thought it was going to be, So Sara and I went into the stadium over-dressed.  We spent the first … Continue reading →

I have to admit, I was bearish on Twitter for a long time. I only came to really appreciate the platform in the past few years. But I don’t appreciate it the way it is used. I appreciate the potential … Continue reading →

The other day I watched a webinar with two managing directors about what it takes to join Techstars.  The first discussion point was about solo founders.  I’ve been wrestling with how to talk about my own status as a solo … Continue reading →

People always complain about how bad their employer is. They don’t care about me. They don’t support me. They don’t give me flexibility. I believe there is a way for a company to both instill loyalty from employees and in … Continue reading →

Saturday night, Sara and I took the girls to the Kenny Chesney country-fest at Gillette.  We took the bus with some friends and of course had a great time tailgating.   I have to say that overall the show was … Continue reading →

There are a lot of problems in this country, both in business and politics.  I think leadership is at the forefront of these problems.  As I see the success and failure of various leaders, I am starting to see a … Continue reading →

It’s my birthday.  We have a few traditions but one I almost never miss is to get in a workout.  I had a really good run today.  I put together a pretty cool playlist and went out strong.  I should … Continue reading →

On the drive home from Maine the other day, the gas station TV had a clip from Robin Meade wishing well to all service members no matter where they are on this 4th of July.  It got me to thinking, … Continue reading →