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Sanity Notes #029- Depression as data

Anxiety, depression, and anger come for us all. Consider looking at the experience as an indication of what is missing.

Sanity Notes #029- Depression as data
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Sanity Notes #027 - The power of 'we'

Next time you feel stuck wondering how you'll figuring out, try asking how 'we' will figure it out.

Sanity Notes #027 - The power of 'we'
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The values we ought to leave behind

It is time to re-think what we celebrate in our own leadership styles and the cultures of the companies we build.

The values we ought to leave behind
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Sanity Notes #013: How to go further with less effort (i.e., work like a rower)

We are not in the business of digging more ditches or pounding more nails. We are in the business of solving hard problems through creativity.

Sanity Notes #013: How to go further with less effort (i.e., work like a rower)
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Sanity Notes #010- Rethinking ambition

How to navigate the tension between reaching high and living a more content life.

Sanity Notes #010- Rethinking ambition
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An argument against rushing

Your presence and creative attention mean more to your people and your work than all the effort you can muster. Maybe it's time to relax.

An argument against rushing
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For real leaders, dependency is not a dirty word

We have glamorized the solo, impervious leader at our own peril. Real strength comes from reliance on others.

For real leaders, dependency is not a dirty word
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The surprising power of play

Focus and hard work have their place. But do not underestimate the role of play in the creative process.

The surprising power of play
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Can you be an entrepreneur without suffering?

We glamorize the entrepreneurial life as one of long-hours and endless strain. But is there another way?

Can you be an entrepreneur without suffering?
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Fear is the wrong fuel for entrepreneurs

Looking back at my early time as a founder, fear fueled 80% of my actions. Now I am determined to help others avoid that fate.

Fear is the wrong fuel for entrepreneurs