“What if multitasking is a key to creativity, rather than a bad habit? Tim Harford explains how great minds like Darwin and Einstein multitasked for decades to unlock their biggest ideas.” I like the concept Hartford puts forth, but I […]
It’s always nice to see reminders of the many ways humans take mental shortcuts that aren’t economically rational. | learn more
“Whenever you cannot decide what you should do, choose the action that represents a change.” | learn more
Spot on! “The idea that something can be likely and not happen, or unlikely and still happen, is one of the world’s most important tricks. But let me tell you about a common problem. I’m as guilty of it as […]
An essay from Sam Altman: “The most common question prospective startup founders ask is how to get ideas for startups. The second most common question is if you have any ideas for their startup.” | learn more
Internet-famous longevity doctor Peter Attia offers a useful explanation and a short test to make confidence intervals more tangible. I am embarrassed by my performance on the test. Tell me yours and I’ll tell you mine. | learn more
I first heard this parable in a TED talk somewhere. This week I found myself reacting to the volatility of our world. I wanted this reminder of impermanence and long-term thinking. If this is new to you take 2 minutes to read now. […]
Despite the many references to high-brow classics that I have never read, I appreciate the message that writer David Brooks has for the class of 2020. Don’t stop learning hard things and don’t waste this opportunity to stay off all […]
This is not a generic advice article. It’s incredibly detailed and actionable. “Founders get a lot of advice. Taking advice is a skill, and mastering it gives you decision superpowers. There are 4 keys to navigating advice.” | learn more
A recent gem from Paul Graham: “What should an essay be? Many people would say persuasive. That’s what a lot of us were taught essays should be. But I think we can aim for something more ambitious: that an essay […]