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Yessi Bello Perez

The Next Web

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Past articles by Yessi:

9 tips to perfect your ‘working from home’ morning routine

Working from home? Here are 9 tips to perfect your morning routine to help you feel better throughout the day. Thank us later. → Read More

Stop playing hot potato! Why the blame game is hurting your business

A culture of accountability breeds trust between teams and it lets you show individuals they are trusted to do their work. → Read More

How to choose a startup accelerator — no matter what’s happening in the world

Accelerators form an integral part of many entrepreneurs’ journeys. By definition, an accelerator is a fixed-term program that usually lasts anything from three to 12 months. These programs offer a series of benefits, including education, mentoring, and networking. Some may offer investment to startups and on occasion, accelerators will take equity in the companies they […] → Read More

What the hell is the Pomodoro Technique and why is it good for productivity?

I’ve been covering tech and business for years and I can confirm most people in these spaces, myself included, are obsessed with productivity… particularly new shiny ways to magically become more productive. Just like in fashion, you can see long-forgotten productivity fads return every few years, and even though it’s been around for a while, […] → Read More

I cry at work — and you should too

Now you might be one of those super cool and collected people that never cry at work, but I’m willing to admit my faults: I’m a huge crybaby. While this is a tough thing to admit, I’m convinced there are people out there who’ve done the same. The last time I shed tears on the […] → Read More

Sofia’s startup ecosystem is one to watch — just give it time

Bulgaria is yet to produce a tech unicorn, but that doesn’t mean its startup ecosystem should be overlooked. Over the past decade, Sofia’s startup scene has flourished — even if it’s noticeably absent from the top positions in most tech rankings. “Sofia is not London, Paris, or Berlin — but it has an excellent shot […] → Read More

Micromanaging sucks — especially when it’s about your ‘Zoom shoes’

Approximately seven months ago the world of work — as most of us knew it — was turned upside down. As offices shut down and people were sent home to work, the lines between personal and professional became increasingly blurry. Employees had to get used to this new normal but… so did employers. [Read: 4 ridiculously […] → Read More

Here’s why Inbox Zero will never work for you

Inbox Zero may not be right for everyone — and that's totally OK. You need to make your inbox work for you, not the other way round. → Read More

Why getting peoples’ names wrong is costing you money

There are more pertinent issues to focus on — especially in 2020 — but getting someone's name wrong is such an avoidable mistake. Don't let this be your downfall. → Read More

Throw out your shitty to-do list — here’s what to do instead

For years, I made the mistake of writing a to-do list at the start and end of my working day, telling myself that crossing things off would bring me great joy and satisfaction (spoiler alert: it didn't). → Read More

Using jargon to sound smart? Science says you’re just insecure

I don’t know about you but I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve heard people in the startup world string meaningless words together. “Enable best-of-breed convergence,” and “synthesize distributed users,” are just two of my favorite jargon-fuelled phrases — even if I don’t understand what they mean. Why, oh, why do people feel […] → Read More

Yes, you can make money and still be ethical

Sarah Friar spoke at our flagship online event, TNW2020, about how the power of kindness can work as a foundation for business. Kindness and business can go hand-in-hand and Sarah Friar, who joined neighborhood hub app Nextdoor, as CEO in 2018, subscribes to this school of thought. “Typically, people come to Nextdoor for the utility, to […] → Read More

Yes, you can make money and still be ethical

Yes, kind businesses can still make money and Sarah Friar, Nextdoor's CEO, subscribes to this school of thought. Here's why. → Read More

Nextdoor’s CEO proves how kindness makes business sense

The world of business is often denoted as cut-throat, and ruthless but there’s also room for kindness — that's what Sarah Friar, Nextdoor's CEO, believes. → Read More

Why aren’t we talking about Spanish and Portuguese tech startups?

When we talk about European tech, it’s easy to think of well-established hubs such as Amsterdam, London, or Berlin — but make no mistake: innovation is happening in all corners of the continent. As a Spaniard living in London, I’m constantly hyping up what my great country has to offer, and the caliber of talent […] → Read More

Cape Town hones ambitions to become an African tech hub

Local investment behemoth Naspers has sparked the growth of a lively community of innovative entrepreneurs in South Africa. → Read More

4 ways to deal with shitty colleagues while working remotely

Working with a colleague you don’t like every day is pretty rough — but it turns out this problem doesn't disappear if you ditch the office and start working remotely. → Read More

Boost your productivity with Gmail’s canned responses

Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. “How can I boost my productivity and procrastinate less?” This is a question I’ve asked myself countless times. Shall I ignore my emails, try and get through them as quickly […] → Read More

It’s 2020, your team’s mental health and morale should be a priority by now

Did you know Lara Sweet is speaking at TNW2020 this year? Check out the session on ‘Redefining the way we work: productivity, culture, and talent’ here. Lara Sweet, Snap Inc’s chief people officer, is well-versed in the world of business. Having spent the past four years at Snap — where she was promoted to her […] → Read More

What healthtech founders need to know about scaling in Europe

Healthtech founders — some of whom participated in the X-Europe program run by TNW and four other partners — shared their experiences of scaling in Europe. → Read More