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Re:The rise of Japan's 'super solo' culture – BBC Worklife on Wednesday January 15, 2020 @12:03AM (#22051867)
I am so glad this is changing. One thing I always irk about Asian culture (am Asian) is the need to have friends to do things. I grew up in North America and I always had the mindset that if you want to do it, then go for it.

Going out solo is great. That’s how you meet new friends. If you always hang out with the same group, you never expand your circle. I hope this whole culture of interdependency disappears.

I am reminded of the online quote by someone, “if you never learn to be alone, you will always be lonely.”

Ask HN: Which marketing plan would you choose?

Given two avenues of marketing:1) Facebook group - Target market #1 - 60k audiencePackage #A - 1 Sponsored Post - 3 Boost - $300 USD -2) WebsiteTarget market #2 - 1-5k monthly active users - Average session time: 3min -Package #B - Newsfeed Ad 1 month - $240 USDPackage #C - Newsfeed Ad 3 months - $640 USDWhich combination would you choose?Given both avenues have different target markets, I am...

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Ask HN: What are your thoughts on regulation and startups

Startups tend to be leading; while, regulation tends to be lagging. Sometimes regulation is a good thing (e.g. Theranos). But what are your thoughts on outdated regulation that hasn't taken into the account for the internet age (e.g. Uber/ Airbnb)?Should startups push the boundary on regulation or do you think its just plain wrong?

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Re:Ask HN: Should I launch in my local city or abroad? on Saturday December 14, 2019 @09:56AM (#21789758)
That’s a good point. I guess the most important point is to launch first and decide later. Thanks.
Re:Ask HN: Should I launch in my local city or abroad? on Saturday December 14, 2019 @07:32AM (#21789196)
I am not sure. According to Paul Graham, it seems to matter.

http://www.paulgraham.com/startuphubs.html

Ask HN: Should I launch in my local city or abroad?

I have an app with a target market. I can launch in my local city, which isn't really known for startups, has a very small market. Or I can launch abroad and fly there for a 1-2 months and try to launch it there. Launching abroad has a much larger market size, but I don't know anyone there.Should I simply try to launch in my local city and see if my business model works first?

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