April Fools, Fitness Coaching, and Two Real Questions
An April Fools prank sparked two genuine questions — am I pursuing what makes me happy, and has AI actually made humanity happier?
Thinking
The Motorcycle and the Zen: Reading Notes
Care is on the human side, Quality is on the object side, and engagement is the thread connecting them. Reading notes on Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.
Why I Always Show Up at the Office
It is not just about separating work from life — it is about not missing the serendipitous collisions that only happen in person.
Saying No Is a Commitment to Your Long-Term Goals
Setting boundaries and saying no is not cold-hearted; it is how you protect focus for what matters most.
From Book Smart and Street Smart to System Smart
For complex projects, isolated skills are not enough; scalable systems set the ceiling.