Macros and Micros
Don’t let the micros distract you from the macro. Don’t let the macro excuse the micro. Do plan the micros
The beautiful game
Why is soccer beautiful? It’s a romantic sport because it’s a combination of skill/technique with flowing intuition and artistry. One
Form following function
When form leads: Re-architected processes with no throughput Endless meetings Debate about the right “way” is abstracted from what flows
Delegating Genius
I just learned this from one Jared Montz, a genius (and former pro MLS player, YouTube star, franchise owner, CEO).
Living through articles, TV, and other voices
I think the temptation is this: the draw to be part of something bigger. It’s not different than becoming superhuman
How to silence the loudest voices
We’re polarized by loud voices. It’s like having angry newscasters in your head. You can silence them. Here’s how: don’t
Defining poor user experience
One anti-pattern follows this pattern: On page 1: see page 3 On page 3: see page 5 On page 5:
Fact or Opinion? There are more kinds
The news has oversimplified our brains: that’s fact, that’s opinion. Modern education has supported this model: “let’s increase the amount
Why I Read Every Day
Reading is one of my “life basics” patterns that if I stop, I spiral downward. But I’m not completely certain