Exploring the essence of innovation, this post delves into the limitations of traditional playbooks in new endeavors. It reflects on the journey of starting unique projects, like this experimental newsletter, emphasizing the value of experimentation over rigid structures. The narrative intertwines personal insights with the quest for originality in content creation.
Exploring the unconventional through experiments in writing and life, this (well, now defunct) Substack newsletter is a dive into the author's journey post-big tech job, covering a range of topics from AI in art to the metaverse. It's an invitation to join an experimental community, rethinking norms in everything from writing style to company building.
Reflecting on a five-year journey at Facebook, this post shares 10 valuable lessons learned, ranging from the rapid pace of business, skill evolution, embracing challenges, the art of failure, navigating corporate politics, the essence of service, and the balance between work and personal life. These insights offer guidance for thriving in a fast-growing, dynamic corporate environment.
Analyzing the success of Wordle, this post discusses how its simplicity and design, which limits user actions, creates a unique and engaging experience. Comparing it to Flappy Bird, it highlights the power of inaction in game design, inspired by Jinny Uppal's book In/Action: Rethinking the Path to Results, suggesting a new perspective on achieving results through minimalism.