Streaks, Hot and Cold
Learn why celebrating small wins is crucial for sustained success. Explore strategies for recognizing and leveraging these victories to maintain motivation and progress in your personal and professional life.
Alignment in Business—And in Life
Finding alignment fosters successful partnerships in business and beyond. Learn from real-life examples of how alignment influences decision-making and overall success.
The Apprenticeship Mindset
Mentorship and active participation can elevate your career development and personal growth to the next level. Learn about how to apply the apprenticeship mindset in professional settings to achieve new levels of success.
Carte Blanche
Try this exercise of granting yourself “carte blanche” to rethink past decisions and future possibilities that can enhance your life’s trajectory. Discover the power of imaginative thinking in shaping your personal and professional paths.
Choose Happiness—Pursue Fulfillment
Have you ever thought about the nuanced differences between pursuing happiness and choosing fulfillment? Learn how embracing gratitude and setting realistic goals can enhance your overall contentment and life satisfaction.
Our Decisions Don’t Matter as Much as We’d Like to Believe
The aftermath of a decision can be more influential than the decision itself, which is why effective business leaders adopt a proactive and positive approach to the consequences of their choices.
Declare Victory
Rethink what it means to succeed by confidently declaring victory in your endeavors, shaping a fulfilling life that values personal achievements over external validations.
In Defense of Amateurism
Starting new activities as a beginner not only fosters personal growth, but also enhances creativity and lifelong learning. Learn about the unexpected value of going back to basics and getting comfortable being a beginner.
It’s The Delivery That Matters
How you choose to deliver a message has a profound impact on achieving success. Discover how timing, rapport, and approach can significantly influence the outcomes of your interactions in both personal and professional settings.
Engineering Versus Science...Or, More Aptly, Engineering and Science
Engineering plays a vital role in transforming scientific discoveries into practical applications. Learn how blending engineering with science fosters innovation and drives success in venture capital.
Esse Quam Videri
The Latin philosophy of 'Esse Quam Videri'—to be, rather than to seem—is deeply relevant in today's world where social media often prioritizes appearance over authenticity. Learn how embracing this principle can lead to genuine personal and professional growth.
Hacking Life
Uncover why the best outcomes in life often require more than just clever shortcuts. Learn about the value of mastery and deep commitment over quick fixes in personal and professional development.
Focus on the Intermediate Term
Learn how intermediate goals act as stepping stones between day-to-day tasks and your grandest dreams, helping to maintain motivation and drive meaningful progress.
The Wellspring of Leadership
Uncover the traits of unconventional leaders who excel without formal authority. This exploration highlights the power of vision and passion in overcoming challenges and driving entrepreneurial success.
Life as a Game
Explore the benefits of viewing life's challenges as games. This perspective can transform how you approach work, relationships, and personal growth, turning everyday tasks into opportunities for creativity and enjoyment.
Be a Non-VC, VC
Learn about the crucial role of early supporters in an entrepreneur's journey, as exemplified by early client of mine, Faisal, who supported my first venture business and invested in my potential.
The Privilege to Compete
Consider the concept of life as a series of privileged opportunities. Learn how viewing challenges and competitions as privileges can enhance personal growth and lead to a more fulfilling and balanced approach to life's journey.
What’s Your Definition of Risk? (And Is it Holding You Back?)
Discover how redefining risk as missing out on potential success rather than fearing failure can change the way you make decisions. This perspective encourages embracing opportunities for growth and fulfillment across all aspects of life.
Science and Art
The seamless integration of science and art enhances creativity and innovation. Explore examples of famous individuals who excelled in both fields, proving that the boundaries between science and art are not as distinct as they seem.