In the world of game theory, few models are as simple and revealing (at the same time) as the prisoner’s dilemma. At first glance, it is just a hypothetical scenario involving two suspects, each faced with the choice to betray or cooperate. But dig a little deeper, and you will find a mirror reflecting many decisions from Cold War diplomacy to the way impalas groom each other on the African savannah. So why should leaders and productivity nerds care? Check out this article to find out. Read more »
Not too long ago, I’ve read Million Dollar Weekend by Noah Kagan, and it’s one of those books that doesn’t just inspire. It pushes you to act. And it’s not about building the next unicorn startup. It’s about launching something real, fast, and profitable. Whether you're a first-time founder or just curious about entrepreneurship, this book delivers a solid framework. Read more »
I used to think negotiation was about compromise (as it’s taught in the. classic Getting to Yes). You know: meet in the middle, shake hands, move on. But then I read Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, and it flipped that idea on its head. Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, doesn’t deal in 50/50s. He deals in outcomes. And the tools he shares aren’t just for high-stakes standoffs. They’re surprisingly useful in everyday leadership, team dynamics, and even personal productivity. Read more »
If you’ve ever made a decision that felt right in the moment but turned out to be a mistake, you’re not alone. We all fall prey to cognitive biases - mental shortcuts that help us navigate complexity but often lead us astray. Rolf Dobelli’s The Art of Thinking Clearly is a masterclass in identifying these traps and learning to sidestep them. Read more »
This article brings together all book summaries I've written so far. Read more »
In the world of leadership, we often celebrate traits like decisiveness and resilience. But there is one quality that shapes the culture of teams and the long-term success of organizations: empathy. Read more »
Over the past few years, I’ve consistently taken on a reading challenge. For 2025, I set a goal to read 20 books, with 7 of them preselected at the end of 2024. Now that we’re past the halfway mark of the year, let’s take a quick look at what I’ve read so far. Read more »
Did you ever think about how many weeks you’ve got in a lifetime? It’s about 4,000. That number stuck with me when I picked up the book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman. I’ve read many productivity books (as you probably know if you've seen my past posts), so I wasn’t expecting anything radically new. But this one was different. It’s not another book filled with hacks and morning routines. It’s about prioritization and in a way contradicting what is preached in other productivity literature. Burkeman dives into the uncomfortable truth that our time is limited, and maybe the endless chase to > get everything done < is exactly what’s making us miserable. Read more »
Ever since I first read Thinking, Fast and Slow a few years ago, I’ve been fascinated by how our minds work and how often they trick us. Psychology, mental shortcuts, cognitive biases ... it’s a rabbit hole I keep going back to. Books like The Art of Thinking Clearly have only deepened my interest. What amazes me is: our brains are powerful, but they’re also full of bugs. Sure, these shortcuts may have helped us survive back in the stoneage (versus the saber tooth tigers). But in today’s world, they often lead us astray. Read more »
Every once in a while, I come across a piece of content that sticks with me, not because it’s flashy, but because it’s true. I recently watched a video that listed 31 life lessons, and I couldn’t help but nod in agreement. These weren’t groundbreaking ideas, but they were honest and relatable. So I decided to reflect on them myself: adding in what I’ve learned through leading teams, raising a family, and navigating modern life with all its complexity. Here they are (and it fits posting this on the 31st of July): 31 simple truths that have helped me lead better, live more intentionally, and let things that don’t matter go. Read more »
Lately, I’ve been diving into books and articles on Game Theory, and I’ve found it surprisingly fascinating. One book that really stood out is The Art of Strategy. It’s a bit long (560+ pages) and occasionally technical, but it’s full of powerful insights and practical tools for making smarter decisions in everyday life. In this post, I’ll break down the key ideas from the book in a clear, easy-to-digest way. Read more »