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Hello! Today we’re looking at an entrepreneur who used poop emojis to build a nine-figure business and corporate America’s bemused response to Elon Musk’s “what did you do” emails.
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He Left CNN to Start a Newsletter. It’s Now a Must-Read.
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The Dude Who Used Poop Jokes to Turn Toilet Wipes Into a $200 Million Business
Sean Riley's toilet wipe company, Dude Wipes, has sold millions of units by convincing men to buy wet tissues. This success stems, in part, from irreverent marketing. Dude Wipes first gained prominence as an “ass sponsor” for UFC fighter Tyron Woodley.
Bosses Don’t Need a ‘What Did You Do’ Email. They’re Already Tracking You.
Elon Musk asked federal workers to detail their accomplishments or risk losing their jobs, prompting angst. Yet the move caused head scratching for corporate managers who track worker productivity in real time as a matter of course.
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