Scale with Agility: Wayfair's Blueprint for Startup Success

Resources

Books

• "The Original Episode from 2018" - Mentioned as a resource for listeners to understand Niraj Shah's previous appearance on the show.

Videos & Documentaries

• None mentioned.

Research & Studies

• "Some studies" - Mentioned in the context of sun damage happening during childhood.

Tools & Software

• Superhuman - An AI productivity suite mentioned for its ability to help with workflow and task lists.
• Grammarly - Mentioned as one of the tools integrated into Superhuman.
• Coda - Mentioned as one of the tools integrated into Superhuman.
• Claude - An AI mentioned as a thinking partner for exploring fascinating topics and turning observations into discoveries.
• Vanta - An AI and automation tool mentioned for helping startups with security and compliance requirements to become "big deal ready."
• Her House - An app and community for solo women travelers offering safe, affordable stays.

Articles & Papers

• None mentioned.

People Mentioned

• Steve - Co-founder of Wayfair, mentioned as Niraj Shah's college roommate and business partner.
• Valerie Swig - Co-founder of Cooksticks, a caller seeking advice on messaging and educating consumers.
• Taran Pellicone - Cousin and co-founder of Cooksticks.
• Bree Van Leuven - Founder of Daily Shade Sunscreen, a caller seeking advice on when to seek investment.
• Tess Millholland - Founder of Her House, a caller seeking advice on transitioning to full-time startup work.

Organizations & Institutions

• Wayfair - The company co-founded by Niraj Shah.
• Cornel - Mentioned as the college Niraj Shah and Steve attended.
• Whole Foods - A grocery store chain mentioned in relation to Cooksticks and Daily Shade.
• Amazon - An online marketplace mentioned as a sales channel for Cooksticks and Daily Shade.
• FDA - The Food and Drug Administration, mentioned in the context of sunscreen regulations.
• Abbott - Mentioned as the company that designed the Lingo glucose wearable.
• American Express - Mentioned in relation to the Amex Business Platinum Card.
• University of Utah Valley - Mentioned as the university where Bree Van Leuven was a professor.
• Wondery - The podcast network producing "How I Built This."
• Apple Podcasts - A platform for listening to podcasts.
• Amazon Music - Mentioned as a platform for listening to podcasts ad-free.

Courses & Educational Resources

• None mentioned.

Websites & Online Resources

• superhuman.com/podcast - The website to learn more about Superhuman.
• audible.com/built - The website to sign up for a free 30-day Audible trial.
• shopify.com/built - The website to sign up for a Shopify trial.
• guyraz.com - The website to sign up for Guy Raz's newsletter.
• substack.com - A platform where Guy Raz's newsletter can be found.
• hibt.id.wondery.com - The email address to send voice memos to.
• claude.ai/hibt - The website to try Claude for free.
• hellolingo.com - The website to learn more about Lingo and use a discount code.
• goamexbplat - Mentioned as a way to learn more about the Business Platinum Card.
• vanta.com/built - The website to get $1,000 off Vanta.
• schwab.com - The website to learn more about investing with Schwab.
• wondery.com/survey - The website for a listener survey.

Other Resources

• Cooksticks - An instant cooking stock product.
• Prescription Chicken - A chicken soup delivery business.
• Daily Shade Sunscreen - A brand of mineral sunscreen.
• Babe Shade - The flagship product from Daily Shade Sunscreen.
• Poppy soda - Mentioned as an example of a brand that started at a farmer's market and got picked up by Whole Foods.
• Guayaki Yerba Mate - Mentioned as a brand that took a long time to gain traction.
• Her House - An app and community for solo women travelers.
• Convertible notes - A type of investment instrument mentioned for startups.
• SBA loans - Small Business Administration loans.
• Revenue based financing - A type of financing mentioned.
• Purchase orders (POs) - Mentioned as a way to secure financing.
• Hotplates.com - A website launched by Niraj Shah and Steve.
• Allbarstools.com - A website launched by Niraj Shah and Steve.
• Mydinnerplate.com - A website launched by Niraj Shah and Steve.
• Everygrandfatherclock.com - A website launched by Niraj Shah and Steve.
• Lingo (glucose wearable) - A wearable device designed to help users connect glucose levels with food, movement, and feelings.
• Amex Business Platinum Card - A credit card mentioned for business owners.