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 »
I did it. I just ran my first half marathon. Ever since I started running a few years ago, the idea of completing a marathon has been at the back of my mind. But back then, I was only running occasionally, and the thought of covering 42 kilometers felt far out of reach. That started to change last year when I began running more regularly. Restarting after more than a year of just occasional jogs wasn’t easy. My legs were stiff, my pace was slow, and every run felt harder than I remembered. However, having a clear goal helped: I decided to train for a half marathon. Read more »
Recently, I’ve been enjoying reading content and books related to Game Theory, and one concept that stood out is backward reasoning. It’s useful when you play a sequential game. And, how does it work? Read more »
What if the biggest obstacle to your productivity wasn’t your boss, your inbox, or your to-do list—but you? As you’ve might already noticed, I love reading books on personal productivity and how to become more efficient in doing the things you do. Recently I stumbled upon yet another intriguing book: Anleitung zur Selbstüberlistung. The German title means as much as “instructions on how to outsmart yourself” and as far as I know there isn’t an English version of the book. In this article I'll breakdown the key ideas of the book. Read more »
I always thought there are two types of people: those who finish their work way before a deadline and those who finish just in time. What's true for both groups: there is something truly motivating behind a deadline: it removes our stasis and helps us to (i) start and (ii) get things done pragmatically. And what if I told you that you can benefit from deadlines even without a “real” deadline? Read more »
As you might’ve noticed if you’ve read some of my previous posts, I’m big into leadership and productivity literature. But now and then, I like to branch out and read something that sits just outside that lane - books that might not be labeled “productivity,” but still have a lot to say about how we live and work. Recently, I picked up Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia. It is a book that focuses on health, longevity, and how we can shape our future well-being through the choices we make today. Now, you might be thinking: What does that have to do with productivity or leadership? Check out this article to find out what the connection is. Read more »
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most powerful experiences. It’s hard to put into words - the joy, the overwhelm, the love. You really have to live it to understand it. Some of the best moments in life happen when you're with your child: playing, laughing, comforting each other. But to truly share those moments, there's one thing you need: time together. Read more »