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Thoughts on software, productivity, and the slow work of figuring out how to live well.
Good Systems Look Like Overkill Until Something Fails
Preventive systems often look slow until they catch the mistake, clarify ownership, or stop a small failure from becoming a real one.
How to Stop Living in Reactive Mode
Reactive living feels productive because urgent problems create relief. The better answer is a few simple systems that make problems smaller before they become emergencies.
The housing fight Lunenburg keeps losing
A researched argument for how Lunenburg can protect its heritage, grow its tax base, and make housing more affordable by building more homes.
How to Study for a Serious Exam When Life Is Already Full
A practical study system for working adults preparing for a serious professional exam without pretending life will get less busy.
Best Business Books for Founders: 9 That Actually Changed How I Build
Not a generic "best business books" list — 9 I’ve actually read, ranked by how often I still come back to them, with who each one is for.
Best Books on Habits: 9 That Actually Changed How I Build Them
Best books on habits, grouped by mechanism (identity, environment, discipline) — 9 I've actually read, with who each is for.
Best Books for Career Growth: 8 That Actually Changed How I Think About Work
Best books for career growth: 8 I've actually read, organized by career moment, with who each one is for.
Best Books on Leadership: 7 That Actually Changed How I Lead
My honest picks for the best books on leadership — 7 I’ve actually read, grouped by power, ownership, and people.
Best Books on Productivity: 9 That Actually Changed How I Work
My honest picks for the best books on productivity — 9 I've read and actually used, grouped by what they fix.
Best Books on Psychology: 8 That Actually Changed How I Think
Eight best books on psychology I've actually read, grouped by what they explain: your own mind, other people, and how you decide.
Best Books for Entrepreneurs: 9 That Actually Changed How I Build
Nine best books for entrepreneurs I've actually read, organized by startup stage — from finding the idea to raising money.
Best Books on Money: 8 That Actually Changed How I Think About It
8 best books on money I've actually read — grouped by fundamentals, behavior, and long-term risk thinking, not just a random list.