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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.
Find Solutions, Not Problems
Pointing out problems is easy. But we all have a choice to make: do we want to be critics, or optimists?
Why I Hate Jargon
We're all guilty of using jargon sometimes. It feels good, and shows expertise. But we should only be using it in specific situations.
How to Make Mistakes
We all make mistakes—but how we deal with them has a dramatic impact on our lives. Learn the mindset shift that transforms errors from setbacks into stepping stones for growth.
My 2020 Annual Review
My 2020 annual review covering what went well, what didn't, and the biggest lessons learned—a framework for honest self-assessment and planning ahead.
Why You Should Work Transparently
Working in view of others is uncomfortable for everyone. But working transparently is by far the fastest way to improve and produce a great product. This post explores why you should be working transparently.
My Favourite Media - What I Watch, Listen To, and Read
This article outlines my general principles for consuming media, as well as my favorite TV shows, films, authors, books and blogs.
Obstacles Are Opportunities
We all face obstacles. Some–like a pandemic–are larger than others. What doesn’t have to change is our response to them. Will you view it as an obstacle? Or an opportunity?
Techstars NYC Week 5 - Outlining Your Buying Process
This week was what I consider the hangover week – everyone was a little bit tired, and a little bit off. Big Rocks were tough, and some got there, but certainly not the majority.
Zero Waste: What is It?
What is zero waste and why is it important? This article introduces the zero waste mindset, and how you can get started.
Successful Entrepreneurs Aren't (Necessarily) Geniuses
Being a successful entrepreneur doesn't require exceptional intellect. This post explores what really matters.
Techstars Boston Week 1 - The Beginning
Four key lessons from my first week as an Associate at Techstars Boston—insights on startup culture, mentor relationships, and the intensity of accelerator programs.
Techstars Boston Week 5 - Madness Over!
Lessons from Week 5 of Techstars Boston, where we learned about the power of the Techstars network, and learned all about customer interviewing.
The Top 10 Books I Read in 2018
The ten books that most impacted my thinking in 2018—covering strategy, psychology, habits, and personal development, with key takeaways from each.
Advice for Finding a Cofounder
Finding a cofounder is one of the most important steps in the life of a startup. Here are my tips on how to do it.
How to Study in College
Learn about preparation and strategies for studying efficiently and succeeding in university/college.
Mental Models: Your Decision-Making Superpower
Mental models exist to help us understand how the world works. There are thousands of mental models from many different disciplines. Mastering the most important will make you a powerful thinker.
Techstars NYC Week 3 - Mentor Madness & Customer Acquisition
Mentor Madness is an interesting time – you repeatedly get questioned, given opinions, and you usually end the week feeling as if you have no idea what you’re doing.
What is Confirmation Bias?
Confirmation bias affects us all, every day. Do you know where it occurs in your own life? Do you know how to reduce the effects? This post will teach you to identify and counter confirmation bias throughout your life.
My Founder Institute Experience
Thinking about joining the Founder Institute in your city? This post goes into detail about my experience, and whether I would recommend it.
How 25+ Cognitive Biases Influence Your Decisions
Cognitive biases affect the decisions we make every day. Understanding 25 of the most common biases will help you improve your thinking and decision-making in business, relationships, and more.
Extreme Ownership: Taking Responsibility to Improve
Learn how the concept of Extreme Ownership can help you overcome self-justification and cognitive dissonance to take responsibility and improve faster.
Techstars Week 2 - Settling In
Learnings from Week 2 of Techstars Boston, covering the start of Mentor Madness, adjusting to the intense accelerator pace, and early lessons on startup focus and prioritization.
Fighting Anxiety – How to Cope When Feeling Overwhelmed
Feeling anxious and overwhelmed happens to everyone at some point. This article outlines the three principles I return to when I feel overwhelmed, and the strategies I use to truly internalize the principles.
Patrick Collison on Decision Making
Patrick Collison, cofounder and CEO of Stripe, is widely admired in tech circles. This article summarizes his decision making tips and process, as told on The Tim Ferriss Show and The Knowledge Project podcasts.
You Must Tell Yourself the Truth
Telling yourself the truth may seem trivial in situations like casual golf games. But it may be more important than you think. Learning to see the truth is a fundamental life skill. This post explains why.