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The Case for a Dumb Idea App
Ideas aren't tasks. They don't need due dates, priorities, or kanban boards. They need fast capture, a first step, and a path to execution.
The Complete Guide to Long-Term Airbnb Stays with a Three-Year-Old
Hard-won wisdom from surviving months in a rental with a toddler, including how to remove mascara, marker, crayon, and other artistic expressions from surfaces.
idea.log: An iPhone App for Capturing Ideas on the Go
I built an iPhone app called idea.log to capture ideas while biking or going about my day. Simple idea tracking with Siri integration.
Year's Start: Looking Forward to 2026
A personal theme for the new year developed through conversation with an AI, exploring the philosophy of scratching every itch.
Year's End: Looking Back at 2025
Reflecting on a year of career transitions, building personal software, writing extensively about AI and decision-making.
What I Wish I Knew About Management When I Was an IC
The unvarnished truth about management from someone who made the leap-the surprises, misconceptions, and reality checks.
The Career Audit: Skills, Joy, and Market Value Sweet Spot
A practical framework for auditing your skills, understanding what energizes you, and mapping that against market opportunities.
Testing the Waters: Explore Career Paths Without Burning Bridges
A practical guide for ICs to get real exposure to management, product, consulting, and senior technical roles before making career decisions.
From Data Scientist to Manager: Models to Mentorship
A data scientist's guide to trading Jupyter notebooks for team meetings, learning to delegate and build high-performing teams.
Exploring Dad Lore: Stories That Shape Generations
An exploration of the mythical stories passed down from my father and grandfather, and the importance of creating your own lore.