
The Pocket
Six More Heretical Truths (To Break the Spell of Default Convention Wisdom)
In a world of bumper-sticker slogans and theoretical clichés, “heresies” as I call them pierce to the heart of truth and break the spell of default conventional wisdom.
Stuck on the Runway (How perfectionist planning keeps you from taking off)
When you’re stuck on the runway, getting off the ground is the first step. Mapping the terrain beyond is next. Momentum matters more than clarity.
When 1% Adds Up — But to What? (Marginal Gains for our Meta-Modern Moment)
Personal development is less about mastery, and more about surrendering to the entangled web of self and world.
Five Evergreen Articles That Change How You Live (From Productive to Purposeful)
Rare treasures: five evergreen articles that are expansive cheat codes to living a conscious, fulfilling life.
10 Decision-Making Frameworks (To Give You More Confidence at Life's Crossroads)
These beautiful frameworks aren't abstract theories dreamed up in academic towers. They're battle-tested approaches that have guided real decisions with real consequences for individuals and organizations.
The Knowledge Matrix (How Matter, Readwise & Roam Research Changed My Intellectual Life)
Many years ago I started experimenting with a three-part knowledge system that's become something of a sanctuary for my intellectual life — a place where ideas don't just flow through me, but actually stick, connect, and transform into something new. It's a system that feels alive, growing more valuable with each passing day.
A System Is What A System Does (Tools and Frameworks for Impacting “Broken” Systems)
This systems lens changes how we approach seemingly intractable problems. When we understand that systems aren't broken but functioning exactly as designed, we gain the clarity to identify high-leverage intervention points and create lasting change.
Using AI to Create Your Personal Virtual Advisory Group (A How-To Guide for putting experts in your pocket)
Tapping a custom set of virtual always-on advisors through this AI container is exponential, dynamic, and profoundly impactful. It’s not a silver bullet, but it’s a guide and sounding board on the lonely road to redemption.
The Alchemical Last 20% (Where Grit Meets Magic)
Completing that final 20% of any big project or undertaking isn't just about finishing; it's about transformation. It's where we discover our true strength, align with our purpose, and invite the magic of creation into our lives.