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Hi! I'm Pokin Yeung.
I'm not much of a coder. Unless you're into "Hello World" type of apps.
So instead I make myself useful with all other startupy things like product, design, marketing, and playing gopher.
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On accepting change
As I’m fighting a losing battle against a swarm of carpet beetles that have taken over my apartment (carpet beetles: a gazillion, me: 1), I started thinking about the possibility of moving. It was then that I realized, had it … Continue reading
My First Guest Post on TechCrunch – Why You’re A Startup Founder: Nature and Nurture
Like most startup founders, I wished for some TechCrunch coverage. I’m still waiting on that, but I suppose I’ll take guest posting for now. 🙂 So I’m excited to share my first post– Why You’re A Startup Founder: Nature and … Continue reading
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Superbowl Musings: Does Icing the Kicker Work?
Super Bowl XLVI. Chances are, a last minute field goal will decide the game. Of the 45 past Super Bowls, six (13%) have been decided by three points or less. Four of those games have come down to a field goal … Continue reading
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On beautifully designed products
I was once asked in a job interview to describe my favourite product. “My Kuhn Rikon garlic press.” I answered without hesitation. My interviewer paused for a moment. “Wow, well that’s the first time I’ve ever heard that as an … Continue reading
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On thanking those who complain about you
“How long do you think we’ve been waiting for our burgers?” It’s one cold Sunday morning and I’m making small talk to kill time as I’m feeling something between ravenous and innards-being-digested ravenous. “If we’re having this discussion, it’s far … Continue reading