In this interview, Joshua Topolsky explains the importance of design and how The Verge became profitable. We also talk about the state of web journalism and how to build an audience. N.B This interview was conducted whilst he was still at The Verge.

In this interview, Avinash Kaushik explains the most effective practices for mastering web analytics. He reveals why we should focus on data analysis and not data reporting. He also outlines the importance of using data to make key business decisions.

In this interview, Max Levchin explains what it means to improve lives by extracting insights from the vast quantities of recordable information around us. He also reveals the importance of vision and how to enter new industries.

In this interview Sam Altman outlines the future of Y Combinator. He reveals how the seed accelerator spots founders with potential and the significance it places on formidability. He also explains why Silicon Valley is still the place to do a startup.

In this interview Jeffrey Veen, talks about the importance of having relationships and the power of working in small teams. He also reveals why you should be careful when picking your investors as well as the story behind how Typekit was acquired.

In this interview Jakob Nielsen, explains the rules of mobile usability. He outlines how to create seamless experiences and why designers are plagued with 'featuritis'. He then goes onto explain the reciprocity principle and the importance of user-centred design.

In this interview, Daniel Pink shares his insights on how to sell ideas and products. He outlines why we’re all in sales now, and why uncovering latent problems is one of the most effective ways to move others.

In this interview, Michael Gerber explains why most small businesses fail and what to do about it. He illustrates the importance of creating systems, and why all successful businesses start with an obsession.

In this interview, Kevin Hartz explains the best way to approach large markets and hire talented people. He reveals the importance of scaling methodically, creating an advisory board and being customer centric.

In this interview, Andrew Wilkinson explains why people initially fail and why you should design a business around what you want. He also outlines how to get more clients, build the right team and create successful products.