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Bitcoin Bros

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 20:29:31 +0000

When it comes to blockchain, bitcoin, ethereum, etc, these guys have it covered. They are cryptocool. Lambos!

Binge Viewing

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 21:28:09 +0000

Charles has been binge-watching the entire season of, well, just about everything. But is it time for him to get a life?

Sick of the Side Hustle

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 20:26:47 +0000

Side hustle? Are they seriously trying to make a second job sound like a sexy thing!? Uber and Seamless ads reveal how Silicon Valley is screwing us.

Things Men Say To Women in the Tech World

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 20:30:34 +0000

Sexism in the startup world is rampant. Watch these startup bros offer bizarro advice to women on pitching, networking, how to dress at the office, and more.

Selling Your Data (Sponsored by Pholio)

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 18:01:39 +0000

Podcast Addict

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 17:45:01 +0000

This is what happens when you listen to too many podcasts! Steve keeps dropping product names into conversations and it's starting to get suspicious.

Just Like Picasso

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 21:13:19 +0000

Sarah explains how Pablo Picasso has influenced her as a web designer. (Hint: She does stuff FAST.)

Pending Invitation

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 21:13:12 +0000

Charles ignores Steve's invitations to connect on LinkedIn until Steve insists. But that's only the beginning.

Technical Recruiter

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 18:08:55 +0000

This is why programmers hate technical recruiters. They know nothing about technology and just spam your inbox. Q: "Do you even know anything about programming?" A: "Did I mention stock options?"

Nap Room

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 22:13:02 +0000

Sleeping at work is the hottest new trend in the startup world.

Thought Leader

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 17:19:03 +0000

In this Dutch TV interview, Vooza's CEO explains why he cultivates a life of failure and why he's a thought leader.

The Perfect Engineer

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 18:09:19 +0000

It's the holy grail for a startup: the undiscovered Asperger's engineer. No social skills, bad hygiene, and a bag full of anime figurines!? This guy may be the perfect coder.

Wearable Tech

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:00:40 +0000

Check out the hottest new fashion trends in wearable tech. There's a thong you're definitely going to want to buy.

Stop Getting Offended

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 16:35:47 +0000

The problem with all this online outrage is you make what you hate. Vooza explains how sharing things that are offensive just makes money for the people who publish that stuff.

When Old People Use Snapchat

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 15:53:57 +0000

Watching an old person try to use Snapchat is like watching a bear try to get into a locked garbage can.

Live: How To Be A Griffin

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 21:01:49 +0000

Vooza's CEO teaches The Next Web Europe conference why being a griffin is better than being a unicorn, how to 100X your startup, and reveals his app that is like Uber but for meditation.

Get A Funny Video (Sponsored by Vooza)

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 16:42:06 +0000

Tech companies are boring. We are funny. So let us mix some of our funny with a plug for your company and then you can get the word out in a cool way that shows you GET IT.

Uke It

Wed, 01 Jun 2016 15:52:49 +0000

“Uke It!” is a groovy collection of mellow ukulele songs from everyone’s favorite startup explainer videos. Get your uke on!

Storytelling

Wed, 18 May 2016 15:53:06 +0000

Fast-growing companies need to embrace the power of storytelling. Until a new buzzword comes along...

How To Network

Wed, 04 May 2016 21:23:09 +0000

Schmoozing is tough for shy people, but there are some tips you can use to up your game at networking events. Watch the King of Networking to see how it's done.

The Font Whisperer (Sponsored by GoDesignerGo)

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 15:48:31 +0000

If fonts could talk, they'd sound like this. Meet the font whisperer, the man who can act out any font. Watch out, though. His Helvetica can be a little aggressive.

Founder Tips: Status in Silicon Valley

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 04:57:16 +0000

How to convey status in the tech world, the worst thing you can do to your email list, and the best part about working from coffeeshops.

Meal Replacement Drink

Wed, 30 Mar 2016 15:54:09 +0000

Cooking, chewing, and swallowing are a big waste of time. Every second your hands are on a knife and fork, they're not on a keyboard. That's why Sagar is obsessed with his meal replacement drinks.

Insider Threats (Sponsored by Varonis)

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 16:08:58 +0000

Like Greenwald and Snowden in a Moscow hotel room, the Vooza team silently passes notes in order to avoid audio-bugs. But that doesn't meant there aren't prying eyes around.

Mindfulness in Business

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 23:01:54 +0000

Learn how mindfulness in the workplace can make you more like a business samurai. The big question: How do you embrace meditation and still fire people effectively?

Known Unknown Bugs

Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:06:09 +0000

Donald Rumsfeld is now an app developer and it's really influencing Vooza's development team.

Hip Hop Entrepreneur

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 18:11:03 +0000

Being a rapper and being an entrepreneur have a lot in common. Learn all about it with Vooza's CEO and hip hop star Young Lawrd.

Non-Profit

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 17:06:53 +0000

Inspirational Quotes

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 16:42:33 +0000

Steve drops some wisdom from brilliant business minds like Mario Andretti, Winston Churchill, and Wayne Gretzky.

Frozen Eggs

Wed, 13 Jan 2016 17:52:45 +0000

Vooza offers some kooky perks for female employees and employees with dogs.

Founder Tips: Benefits vs. Features

Wed, 06 Jan 2016 19:02:06 +0000

Vooza's CEO offers tips on pitching, privacy, and benefits vs. features.

On-Call (Sponsored by VictorOps)

Wed, 16 Dec 2015 17:12:38 +0000

When your on call, your life gets put on hold. And that can be VERY painful to you and your loved ones.

Unicorn

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 22:19:18 +0000

Vooza's now worth over $1 billion dollars which means it's a "unicorn" which means it's time to celebrate.

Cams (Sponsored by New Relic)

Wed, 18 Nov 2015 18:48:39 +0000

The Vooza crew is gaga for baby cams and dog cams. But Sagar's got a different kind of monitoring in mind.

Speaking While Female

Wed, 04 Nov 2015 18:12:55 +0000

When a man talks in a meeting, he gets heard. But when a woman does, she gets "manterrupted" or called too aggressive. Watch the ladies at Vooza try a few workarounds.

Founder Tips: Innorupt

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 18:44:23 +0000

Vooza's founder explains his unique email secret, how to write a mission statement, and the way to combine innovation and disruption. #innorupt

Next Generation Marketing

Wed, 14 Oct 2015 15:11:52 +0000

Angel Investor

Thu, 08 Oct 2015 17:35:43 +0000

Maker vs. Manager

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 21:54:49 +0000

Programmer wants to get things done. Manager wants to have a meeting about it. Sound familiar???

Stock Photos (Sponsored)

Wed, 16 Sep 2015 18:41:14 +0000

If you learned how to do business from stock photos, this is what it would look like.

The Internet of Things

Wed, 09 Sep 2015 17:08:21 +0000

How To Write Great Code

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:35:48 +0000

Making software is like making children. It's one brief moment of creation and a lifetime of maintenance and cleaning up vomit.

What is Hockey Stick Growth?

Thu, 30 Jul 2015 19:04:03 +0000

The Vooza team explains this hockey-centric term.

Startup Class (Sponsored)

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 16:04:09 +0000

First Class and Business Class are fine. But what if an airline offered Startup Class?

Hacked

Wed, 24 Jun 2015 16:00:10 +0000

Vooza has been hacked and Charles thinks he knows who's behind it.

Apple Watch

Wed, 17 Jun 2015 15:24:39 +0000

Everything that's awful about people who wear the Apple Watch.

The Offensive Tweet

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 16:16:18 +0000

Clicks come with controversy. Now the office wants to know who wrote the offensive tweet that's got everybody buzzing.

Performance Review

Wed, 27 May 2015 17:57:31 +0000

We all hate 'em. But they're a necessary evil.

Follow Your Passion

Wed, 20 May 2015 16:53:39 +0000

Your business plan doesn't matter if you're following your passion.

What is a Phablet?

Wed, 13 May 2015 18:22:57 +0000

The Vooza team tells fibs about phablets.

Life Hacks

Tue, 28 Apr 2015 16:29:28 +0000

Startup Translations

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 17:36:34 +0000

The Vooza team explains popular startup terms like pre-revenue, stealth mode, exposure, cookie, monetization, futurist, etc.

Webinar (Sponsored by Ustream)

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 15:21:40 +0000

A startup tips webinar from home goes horribly wrong when an uninvited guest shows up.

Performance Monitoring (Sponsored by AppNeta)

Wed, 01 Apr 2015 17:56:20 +0000

Every smart startup knows you need to monitor your app. But at Vooza, the level of performance monitoring is downright SHOCKING.

In Memoriam: The Year in Tech Fails

Wed, 25 Mar 2015 16:55:48 +0000

It's like one of those In Memoriam segments at The Oscars, but for the biggest fails in the tech world over the past year.

What is the Sharing Economy?

Wed, 11 Mar 2015 17:55:50 +0000

So you have six jobs, a roommate, and someone is constantly borrowing your car. Welcome to the freedom of the sharing economy!

Curiosity Gap

Wed, 04 Mar 2015 17:31:02 +0000

He Has a Horrifying Approach to Conversations. Except It Isn’t Actually True. Except It Actually Is True.

Toothbrush Test

Tue, 24 Feb 2015 21:21:22 +0000

When you want to get acquired, you've got to pass what Google CEO Larry Page calls "the toothbrush test."

Personal Emotional Connection

Wed, 18 Feb 2015 23:58:42 +0000

You've got to make a P.E.C. with customers who need support.

Jelfie

Wed, 11 Feb 2015 17:51:41 +0000

Vooza's CEO gets a roomful of tech conference attendees to combine jumping photos and selfies.

What is Growth Hacking?

Wed, 28 Jan 2015 16:13:57 +0000

It's the secret weapon of Twitter, LinkedIn, Airbnb, and Dropbox. But just what is growth hacking?

Code Poets (Sponsored by AppDynamics)

Wed, 21 Jan 2015 17:16:52 +0000

C++ sonnets, Python haikus, and JavaScript limericks? Vooza's programmers explore the similarities between poetry and coding.

Facebook Intellectual

Wed, 14 Jan 2015 18:03:38 +0000

Happiness Engineers (Sponsored by Emma)

Thu, 08 Jan 2015 03:46:43 +0000

Vooza's customer support team aims to delight customers by being aggressively friendly.

Bullsh*t Metrics

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 18:21:17 +0000

Page views, registered users, app downloads. Tech companies need numbers to brag about to press and investors – even if they need to, ahem, massage the numbers a bit.

What is Freemium?

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 19:17:01 +0000

The Vooza team explains another important tech term.

How to Dress at a Startup

Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:18:10 +0000

When it comes to the tech world, men and women have think about their work wardrobe in entirely different ways.

Anti-Social Network

Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:08:37 +0000

Social media apps give people a great way to feel connected.

Conference Q&A

Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:33:51 +0000

After this conference talk, it's time for some Q&A. But putting a microphone in the hands of random strangers can be a dangerous thing.

Busy Bragging

Wed, 05 Nov 2014 17:32:59 +0000

“Busy!” “So busy.” “Crazy busy.” Everyone's always complaining about how busy they are, but somehow it feels more like bragging. #busybrag

Motion of the Ocean

Tue, 28 Oct 2014 22:10:31 +0000

Is it the size of the boat or the motion of the ocean? Well, let's check the data...

Tech Conference Bingo

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:01:17 +0000

The only way to get through a boring tech conference keynote is with a game of Bingo.

Big Data

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 16:50:12 +0000

Vooza's Data Scientist discusses Big Data, Nate Silver, Malcolm Gladwell, and Comic-Con.

What is LinkedIn?

Wed, 01 Oct 2014 21:43:31 +0000

Linkedin is Facebook for boring people.

The Perfect Cup of Coffee

Tue, 16 Sep 2014 16:42:59 +0000

It takes about nine hours but it's worth it.

Just Say No

Tue, 22 Jul 2014 22:37:27 +0000

When you're building an app, you're going to want to say no to most things.

NSFW Logo

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 16:44:31 +0000

No one's quite sure what the new Vooza logo resembles. But everyone agrees it's filthy.

Coffee Snob

Wed, 20 Aug 2014 15:24:10 +0000

Soy milk? I don't think so.

Marketing vs. Engineering

Tue, 12 Aug 2014 22:06:23 +0000

There are some launch issues with the new site redesign.

New Job Titles

Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:03:49 +0000

When you can't afford to give employees a raise, give 'em the next best thing: a fancy new job title.

Faster Horses

Wed, 23 Jul 2014 16:00:40 +0000

The customer is never right. We learned that from Henry Ford.

What is Onboarding?

Tue, 15 Jul 2014 19:02:51 +0000

It's a way to torture people online.

Smartphone Showdown

Tue, 08 Jul 2014 16:53:31 +0000

The good, the bad, and those addicted to their iPhones.

Earnings Call (Sponsored by Ustream)

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 15:25:58 +0000

An earnings call with reporters takes a wrong turn.

Hackathon

Wed, 18 Jun 2014 19:36:54 +0000

How do you get developers to work for free? Call it a hackathon.

It's Like Uber For...

Wed, 11 Jun 2014 00:09:51 +0000

Steve's got a new app idea. It is like Uber for...well, just watch.

To-Do List

Wed, 04 Jun 2014 15:20:25 +0000

Laura teaches Charles about an amazing new app for to-do lists.

What is 3D Printing?

Wed, 28 May 2014 15:43:13 +0000

Find out why 3D printing is the future of violence – and movies.

Flow State (Sponsored by Atlassian)

Wed, 21 May 2014 15:27:09 +0000

Vooza's coders offer tips for getting into a flow state. Because when you're programming in the zone, it's like being on ecstasy.

Refrigerator Ref

Wed, 14 May 2014 15:46:27 +0000

Conference Keynote

Wed, 07 May 2014 17:36:06 +0000

Vooza's CEO gives an inspirational talk at The Next Web conference in Amsterdam.

Public Service

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 15:29:27 +0000

Success means you need to give back. For example, offering design critiques to those who are less fortunate.

The honest Kickstarter campaign

Wed, 09 Apr 2014 15:54:21 +0000

Cyberchondria

Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:49:40 +0000

Hanging out at WebMD all day can make you reevaluate your entire body.

Hooking Up The Projector

Thu, 27 Mar 2014 22:48:16 +0000

What is a seed round?

Wed, 26 Mar 2014 16:32:36 +0000

Is a seed round a way to grow robot people? Vooza's team is here to provide answers.

The greatest infographic ever made

Tue, 18 Mar 2014 16:05:24 +0000

Catered Lunch

Wed, 12 Mar 2014 07:12:39 +0000

There's no such thing as a free lunch. Especially in an office of picky eaters.

Behind the Scenes at SXSWi (Sponsored by [L]earned Media)

Thu, 06 Mar 2014 16:12:15 +0000

Behind the scenes with an organizer and an attendee of South by Southwest Interactive. Keep Austin weird!

Your Business Card Sucks

Wed, 26 Feb 2014 15:53:30 +0000

Want to create effects? Then you need to step up your business card game.

Branding

Wed, 19 Feb 2014 16:03:28 +0000

Branding is so much more than your logo. Learn how to go tribal, the origin of branding, and more tips for building buzz.

What is DevOps? (Sponsored by New Relic)

Tue, 04 Feb 2014 19:55:35 +0000

The Vooza crew explains how "DevOps" is actually short for Deviant Options.

Apple Fanboys

Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:43:36 +0000

Diehard fans gather to watch the latest Apple product announcement.

Chartjunk (Sponsored by WeTransfer)

Tue, 21 Jan 2014 19:58:05 +0000

The most painful design critique you'll ever witness.

Power Pose

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 15:06:40 +0000

Your body language shapes who you are. These simple 'Power Poses' can change your life and career.

Burning Man

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 13:31:55 +0000

The 5 Whys

Tue, 17 Dec 2013 18:20:23 +0000

Technical problems are actually human problems. That's why you need to ask the 5 Whys.

Form vs. Function

Tue, 10 Dec 2013 18:36:58 +0000

Vooza's designers reveal the secrets of Swiss design and then battle over form and function.

Pre-Roll Problems (Sponsored by eBuzzing)

Wed, 04 Dec 2013 11:54:29 +0000

Nothing's more annoying than having to sit through pre-roll ads.

What is Bitcoin?

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 18:15:48 +0000

The Vooza team explains Bitcoin. Kinda.

Live Tweeting

Tue, 12 Nov 2013 15:03:43 +0000

Nate is live tweeting an interview he is watching. And then everyone else gets in the act too.

Remote Working (Sponsored by "REMOTE")

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 19:24:45 +0000

Should your company let its employees work from home? Vooza's CEO debates Jason Fried, author of "REMOTE: Office Not Required."

Digital Detox

Tue, 29 Oct 2013 05:47:51 +0000

The Vooza team goes digital-free on Fridays. It's like a secular Sabbath.

The Honest Business Card Exchange

Tue, 22 Oct 2013 03:48:45 +0000

Let’s be honest, this is what REALLY happens when you give someone your business card.

What is Hyperloop?

Mon, 14 Oct 2013 21:53:18 +0000

Hyperloop is the most important tech innovation of the year. The Vooza team explains why.

Fail Harder

Mon, 30 Sep 2013 19:53:50 +0000

Fail harder? At Vooza, we're already failing as hard as we can.

Sit/Stand Desk (Sponsored by Anthro)

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 05:38:34 +0000

Height adjustable desks lead to healthier, happier employees. Right?

What is Skeuomorphism?

Tue, 17 Sep 2013 16:43:45 +0000

The Vooza team explains a confusing design term. It's a design term, right?

Hiring Tips

Mon, 09 Sep 2013 21:59:28 +0000

The Office Experience

Wed, 21 Aug 2013 16:12:44 +0000

Your office design needs to support your culture and encourage a cross-fertilization of ideas. The key is to encourage serendipity and unexpected connections.

TED Talk

Tue, 03 Sep 2013 17:29:48 +0000

A TED Talk from a person who had a stroke. He did have a stroke, right?

Office Perks

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 16:05:58 +0000

Find out about the unique office perks available at Vooza. A primal scream room, ‘see-through walls’ and an inspirational foosball table are just some of the ways employees are kept happy.

10 Steps To Becoming A Brogrammer

Tue, 13 Aug 2013 05:45:50 +0000

Go from programmer to brogrammer in just 10 easy steps!

Group Interview

Mon, 29 Jul 2013 23:59:19 +0000

An impressive resumé is one thing. But when it comes to the group interview, you better be ready to answer questions that test your problem solving ability.

How to Get Eyeballs on Social Media

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 20:38:00 +0000

You have to treat social media like a fire. Add logs all day. And then watch your day go up in flames. Vooza's social media maven shows you how in this video. "By maintaining my social network profiles, I'm shaping my image as someone who spends all day on Facebook and Twitter."

Job Requirements

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:39:14 +0000

How do you find the next Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, or Mark Zuckerberg? In this video, Vooza explains what you should look for in job applicants. Hint: You want someone who is enthusiastic, gullible, and has MVI. (What's MVI? Watch and learn.)

How to Meet with VCs

Tue, 09 Jul 2013 15:50:41 +0000

Vooza's financial whiz tells you how to handle venture capitalists, why you need to embrace risk, and how to deal with the inevitable rejections of startup life.

Wireframes

Tue, 25 Jun 2013 15:56:34 +0000

Designers have conflicting views about wireframing. Some find it an important step in the screen design process. Others would rather dive right in and make the real site. In this video, Vooza's top designer offers up his opinion on the value of wireframes.

Native Advertising

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:59:30 +0000

Weak Password

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:47:29 +0000

Everyone's talking about security these days. Well, the first step to keeping your data protected is to choose a password that can't be hacked. At Vooza, passwords need to be at least 8 characters, contain one emoji, one Chinese character, and the name of a British Prime Minister. And then there are the security questions. Warning: They can get a bit personal.

NDA (Sponsored by Name.com)

Tue, 28 May 2013 04:33:13 +0000

Worried someone’s going to steal your big idea? Then NDA ‘em. A lot. This Vooza video shows you how.

Core Value: 10X

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:26:07 +0000

The Truth About Acquisitions

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:16:56 +0000

iPhone - Photos Every Day

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:25:14 +0000

User Interface Artist

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:02:26 +0000

Design is emotion. A good UX designer must ask, "Does this radio button make you feel happy or sad?" In this video, Vooza designer Sarah Ebersol explains how to be a a user interface artist and when to express emotions inside web forms. Watch her turn tragedy into beauty, via a web pulldown menu.

Common Myths About Software Development

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:26:18 +0000

There are many myths about software development:

Writing code and developing software are the same thing. WRONG!

Programming is typing, not thinking. WRONG!

It matters how many years you've been programming. WRONG!

In this video, Vooza's developers dispel these (and other) myths. Bonus: You'll also learn the right answers to the Chicken Question and the Fizz Buzz Test!

Designs Inspired by Nature

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:25:32 +0000

Curator of Promotional Ideas

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:12:55 +0000

Founder Philosophy

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:17:56 +0000

Vooza’s CEO offers up an unhealthy dose of founder philosophy and explains why he’s anti-schedule, prefers email, thinks code is like poetry, and takes inspiration from chefs. He also reveals the secret to work-life balance and the key question to ask during job interviews. Startup founders everywhere, take note!

Target Market

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 22:48:08 +0000

Code Pigs

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

The World is a Design Disease

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:13:37 +0000

Our Mission

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

Funding

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

The Pitch

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

Drunken Scrabble

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

Productivity Porn Test

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:07 +0000

Design Review

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Grouponvention

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

The Company Blogger

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Always Be Clicking (Sponsored by MailChimp)

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

VoozaConf

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Internet Down

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Hell hath no fury like a startup office when the internet goes down. No connection = things get a bit Lord of the Flies-y.

OCD

Wed, 27 Aug 2014 22:46:23 +0000

Standup Meetings

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Font Selection

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

Cute Overdose

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:11:08 +0000

PowerPoint