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John Cook. Joys and challenging of starting GeekWire.

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John Cook. Joys and challenging of starting GeekWire.

Eight years ago John co-founded GeekWire.com and had a kid at the same time - Although life hasn’t always been easy, the only thing he regrets is not doing both ealier in his life. Follow along and learn a bit about both entrepreneurship and parenting.

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  1. What Is GeekWire at 0:42

    Geekwire is a Seattle tech publication that covers the intersection of technology, culture, innovation and all things related to the geek world. Full answer

  2. Who Is John Cook at 0:43

    John Cook is the co-founder of GeekWire.com Full answer

  3. What Are the Pros and Cons of Remote Work for New Parents at 3:44

    John Cook loved the the flexibility of remote work while starting Geekwire, but he also admits it was a constant battle to not be distracted in front of his… Full answer

  4. What Are Some Tricks to Getting Quality Family Time When Working on a Demanding Schedule at 6:26

    Find time wherever you can. John Cook's wife, for example, handles their son's morning routine, while John works. Full answer

  5. How Does John Cook's Son Feel About a GeekWire Schedule? at 13:23

    John Cook tells Geek at Sea that the strain at home shows up when GeekWire pulls him in too many directions to do all of it well. Full answer

  6. How Hard Was It for John in the Beginning Stages of GeekWire and Has That Changed at 17:11

    Right now, GeekWire has many new opportunities ahead, which has made the current season nearly as busy as it was in the beginning. Full answer

  7. With the Media Landscape Changing, How Is GeekWire Responding at 19:59

    Flexibility and moving fast are key in the new media world. Full answer

  8. How Can GeekWire Merge Traditional Journalism With the Digital Media at 21:34

    John and Todd (co-founders) come from traditional, news-driven journalistic backgrounds. Full answer

  9. What Happens When You Report About a Company and They Don't Like It at 23:27

    John says that if people aren't getting mad, it means they are not doing their job well enough. Full answer

  10. How Does GeekWire Co-founder John Cook Get Good Sources? at 25:27

    On Geek at Sea, John Cook of GeekWire says access to the best sources comes from staying in the relationship after a fight. Full answer

  11. What Would John Teach His Son About Life Knowing How the World Is Today and How Is It Changing at 29:42

    GeekWire has an interesting perspective since they work on the front-lines of entrepreneurship. Full answer

  12. What Is a Key Priority of John's Regarding What He Would Like to Teach His Son at 32:33

    John wants to instill a work ethic in a deep and meaningful way as his parents demonstrated for him. Full answer

  13. How Does John Cook of Geekwire See Work Shifting? at 35:37

    John Cook sees dramatic shifts and anticipates that work will look much different in 20-30 years compared to now. Our society is becoming more entrepreneurial. Full answer

  14. What Are John's Thoughts on Health in the Midst of the Chaos of Busy Seasons at 36:57

    John remembers working non-stop and not eating had detrimental impacts during the 2 year period of starting GeekWire. Full answer

  15. What Are Some Learning Experiences Regarding Parenting at 43:20

    Start earlier in the process. Don't let fear and the potential of change hold you back. Mix things up an do not become too comfortable. Full answer

  16. What Perspective Does John Cook of GeekWire Tell Listeners to Keep? at 49:39

    On Geek at Sea, GeekWire co-founder John Cook says he is satisfied, and that he tries not to forget how unusual that is. Full answer

  17. Why Does GeekWire Co-founder John Cook Love the Media Business? at 51:34

    Asked on Geek at Sea what he would do if GeekWire were sold, John Cook says he would slow down, spend more time with his family, and then get restless. Full answer

  18. What Is the Current State of the Free Press in Our Society at 52:11

    John believes it is currently under attack and that it is critical to our democracy to have a free press that is respected and able to operate on its own. Full answer

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