An update for "compounder" fans...

Now that a little time has passed, I'd like to get the ball rolling for Parts 2 + 3 of the C.R.E.A.M. series on the subject.

To kick things off, I created a new mini-site: PublicCompounders.com

Here's why I wanted to make this a thing.
1

You might remember that writing about this caused me a little trouble last time around.

A prominent hedge fund threatened to sue me for using phrases like "good to great," among other things. You can catch up on the full story, below.

2

Then, Twitter clapped back.

Thanks to the support of the amazing people on this website, the fund backed off.

Along with that kindness came suggestions for great compounder resources, and genuine interest in contributing to Parts 2 + 3.

That's where the website comes in.
3

My hope is that Public Compounders solves two things:

1. It creates a repository for awesome information.
2. It allows folks to sign up to contribute

No compunction to contribute, of course. Just for those interested in the topic and want a semi-structured way to share.
4

The current plan is to run Parts 2 + 3 similar to The S-1 Club.

That means bringing together 5-10 folks to put out something great. Likely in January.

I'd like to find ways to make it as collaborative as possible, so if you have thoughts, definitely share them!
I hope you dig this little project.

Compounders belong to everyone. I hope this will be a fun way to push the conversation forward together.

publiccompounders.com

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