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Thoughts on software, productivity, and the slow work of figuring out how to live well.
Best Books for Clear Thinking and Better Decisions
Our lives are one big series of decisions, which can propel us forward or set us back. Like investing, good decision-making compounds, giving us interest on our past choices. Which is why learning to think clearly and make better decisions is so important. These are the books that have helped me most.
Best Books for Building a Better Life (My Shortlist)
A good life isn't built from hacks or breakthroughs. It's built from the ideas you keep returning to. These are the books that shaped how I think about health, wealth, and wisdom.
GoalsWon Review: Accountability Coaching That Kept Me Focused
My honest review of GoalsWon after 6 months of accountability coaching—including what worked, what didn't, and whether the investment was worth it for staying focused on big goals.
Ship 30 for 30 Review (2023)
My review of the 5-week, cohort-based writing course Ship 30 for 30, which I participated in four times.
24 Things I Do to Maximize My Productivity
I've tried every productivity tip and tool that I could over the years. This post is a list of the most impactful habits I've developed, those that I've found most valuable and have stuck with me. These are habits anyone can adopt to get more done and make the most of their time.
VC Pitch Tips for the Lazy
Growing the Startup Ecosystem in Your City
Every city would love to have a thriving tech ecosystem. But how do you build one? Where do you start? Here are some of my ideas.
What is Cognitive Bias?
Cognitive biases affect us all, every day. They change how we think and how we make decisions, yet most people don’t know they exist. Learn what they are and why they’re important for clear thinking.
Why I Switched From Squarespace to Webflow
I switched from Squarespace to Webflow last year, after seeing a big drop in my traffic. Here's why.
How I'm Getting Better at Golf
Golf has become one of my favourite sports as of late, and in this post I break down how I'm going about improving my game.