April 1, 2020

Hi Gang,

It’s Wednesday! I know that because one of you sent me this handy clock so that I can better keep track:

It’s also April Fools’ Day, although it feels more like Groundhog Day. Let’s take some inspiration from Bill Murray and show up differently – and better – when we wake up tomorrow. And the next day. And the next day. Here’s a clip for some inspiration (warning, you will laugh out loud, so make sure you’re on mute!).

On this April Fools’ Day, I thought of my former colleagues at The Motley Fool. Every year, they play a prank on their audience… but this year is different. Instead they have donated $1M to help the relief efforts in NY and called for others to join. You can learn more about it from Tom and Dave here. And there’s more good news to share…

Good News

• Why I Am Volunteering to Get the Coronavirus Vaccine – A hero explains why he’s one of 45 people who will get an experimental COVID-19 vaccine

• Grail's Cancer Blood Test Tracks Down Over 50 Types of Early-Stage Disease in Study – Amazing news from our community. “We believe this is a seminal moment in the field of cancer detection.” Yes!

• ‘Virtual’ Doesn’t Have to Mean Second Best. Your Remote Team Can Outrun Traditional Ones – Encouraging advice and data from Keith Ferrazzi, who is (perhaps ironically) the author of Never Eat Alone

Resources

• Report: COVID-19's Influence on the US VC Market – Released today, this report shares the expected impact of COVID-19 on the US VC market

• CARES Act: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know – EY will host a webcast tomorrow for private company leaders to explain key provisions for those who have less than 500 workers (see below my signature to register)

Random Idea

A few of you have challenged me to a food fight. By that I mean a photo/recipe competition for the most impressive meals we’re whipping up now that we can’t pay someone else to do it. If you think your dish is prize-worthy, I’d like to hear about it.

Lastly, just a reminder that the full library of articles can be found here. Please don’t be shy about stealing and sharing as relevant.

Be well,

Jackie

EY Webcast: CARES Act: What entrepreneurs need to know