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I misread the name as BetterPub. And had no knowledge of any one that could be a better coach for BetterPubs. I think UK pub culture is big win for Sillicon Valley.
Because if there's anyone that understands the classic everyman's UK pub culture, it's Prince Harry.
> The Duke of Sussex said he hoped to be able to “create impact in people’s lives” by working with BetterUp to provide “proactive coaching” for personal development, increased awareness and “an all-round better life”. Who better to pick than him, someone who got where he is thanks to personal development.
Ultimately, there's more billions in VC money chasing startups than there is available for treating say, diarrhea or dengue. Harry's just getting his piece of the pie, whether he 'deserves' it or not is immaterial.
Prince Harry the life coach
Take a look at this exchange from the Oprah interview:
Harry: Yes, but it’s . . . there is this invisible . . . what’s termed or referred to as the ‘invisible contract’ behind closed doors between the institution and the tabloids, the UK tabloids.
Oprah: How so?
Harry: Well, it is . . . to simplify it, it’s a case of if you . . . if you as a family member are willing to wine, dine and give full access to these reporters, then you will get better press.
Oprah: What do you care about better press if you’re royal?
Harry: I think everyone needs to have some compassion for . . . for them in that situation, right? There is a level of control by fear that has existed for generations. I mean, generations.
Oh gee, I just wish the monarchy would just manipulate the media and suppress bad press of me like they do all the time!
https://mleverything.substack.com/p/why-is-the-english-monar...
We got a token useless guy here - he get's paid not because of his worth but he knows Oprah and has her number and the VC's will get to meet a real prince.
This is even beyond bs. What is he gonna do? Coach people how to born rich, how to cut ribbon? I hope there will be Kardashian life coach teaching me how to twerk. (Serious note: I know having him is good for business)
Chief Impact Officer - WTF is that ???. We got a token useless guy here - he get's paid not because of his worth but he knows Oprah and has her number and the VC's will get to meet a real prince.
They’ve got to afford that huge house, staff, and personal security somehow. It’ll be interesting to see how it pans out. For his employer, Harry’s network and especially his ability to open doors is probably unrivalled by virtually anyone else in the world...
I can understand why rich and successful people want to meet other rich and successful people. Why do rich and successful non-Brits care about meeting Harry?
Chief Impact Officer - WTF is that ???. We got a token useless guy here - he get's paid not because of his worth but he knows Oprah and has her number and the VC's will get to meet a real prince.
beyond ridiculous.