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Read this on the web | Subscribe A recent discussion on the WFH subreddit asked people to share work-from-home hacks that sound ridiculous but actually changed everything. I thought it would be fun to break down some of the most popular ones and share my take on them. 1. Using Dictation Software As someone with ADHD, I actually didn’t like my transition to WFH. I felt like there were distractions everywhere and the dreaded 'wait, did I just spend 45 minutes typing three sentences?'. Then I...
So, I’m working on something new, and I want to tell you about it. Lately, I’ve been feeling like keeping up with AI is exhausting. Every day, there’s a new tool, a new update, a new headline about how AI is going to take all our jobs. And honestly? Most of it isn’t useful. I don’t believe AI is something to fear, instead it’s something to use intentionally to work smarter and build the future we actually want (with Human Ambition at the forefront). I don’t need another hype cycle or another...
Hey there, This week, I'm sharing a quick recap of my favorite lessons, reads, and shares of the month. We'll be back to the usual articles next week. February 2025 Recap Read this on the web | Subscribe Reads This month, I read Beyond Anxiety by Martha Beck. The main takeaway was that creativity spirals are the opposite of anxiety spirals, so to decrease anxiety, lean into creativity. The Good: Doesn't include the same old anxiety tips you hear over and over. Instead, most of the book is...