Essays tagged Entrepreneurship
Work & Economy
Do A Students Really Work for C Students?
"A students end up working for C students." It hit close to home. But the more I sat with it, the more I realized it's pointing at something way more interesting than grades.
Culture & Identity
Michelangelo Never Tasted Tomato Sauce
Most famous Italians from history never tasted tomato sauce. That matters more than you think — especially if you've ever felt guilty for changing careers. In this week's newsletter, I unpack why so much of what feels permanent is actually just... inherited.
Work & Economy
Stop Trying To Make Money Like Everyone Else
When You're Meant For More
Most people sell their time, their energy, and eventually their identity — just to make money the way everyone else does. You're here to do it differently. This is for the ones who'd rather take the uncertain road than betray who they are.
Work & Economy
What Happens When Work Stops Making Sense?
The 21st-Century Shift Reshaping Life & Work
We told people their job was their identity. Then we built machines to do those jobs better. Now we're staring at a future where millions have no economic role — in a culture that says economic value is the only kind that matters. So what happens next? This isn't about giving up. It's about waking up.
Technology & Attention
The New Rules for Earning Attention
Why No One Listens Online Anymore
Most creators think the secret is better content. It’s not. It’s proof. People don’t follow advice — they follow evidence. This is how you give it to them.
Meaning & Being Human
How to Reclaim Agency in Your Life
A Three-Stage Blueprint
I spent 15 years following the rules before I realized the truth about "success." Here's what I learned after walking away from my corporate career — and how I built something better. My three-stage blueprint for reclaiming agency in your life.
Work & Economy
How I Built Every Career I’ve Had By Teaching Myself
I didn’t follow a traditional career path. I taught myself every skill I’ve used to build a life I actually want—and I’ve done it more than once. Here’s how I made it work (and why it can work for you too).
Technology & Attention
I’m Sick of the Noise on Social Media
Here's What I'm Doing About It
Everyone’s shouting online. But what happens when no one’s really listening? I’ve watched the creator space get louder, faster, and more desperate—and I’ve had enough. This isn’t just a rant. It’s a line in the sand. If you’re tired of the noise too, here’s what I’m building instead—and why I only want people who give a damn.
Work & Economy
I Bet Everything on the Creator Economy
Here’s Why I’m Still All In
One year ago, I walked away from a steady paycheck to bet everything on myself. I thought I’d replace my income by now—I didn’t even come close. But what I learned along the way is worth more than any overnight success story. If you’re thinking about taking the leap, read this first.
Work & Economy
What is the life of a full-time content creator really like?
The Fantasy vs. Reality
Being a full-time creator isn’t just about making stuff—it’s about running a business. If you don’t treat it like one, you’ll never make it. In this week’s newsletter, I’m breaking down the real day-to-day of a full-time creator.
Meaning & Being Human
For the Ones Who Didn’t Save Anything for the Swim Back
The Cost of Real Transformation
Building a personal brand stripped me down to the bone. Here's what I’ve learned from the edge of burnout, ego death, and becoming someone new.
Work & Economy
Become Unfireable, Unhireable, and Untouchable
Design a Life No One Can F**k With
Most people are one email away from financial disaster. One bad quarter, one new boss, and your entire livelihood disappears. The solution? Build a life where no one else holds the keys to your freedom. Here’s how.
Work & Economy
Corporate Culture Is Dead
And Gen Z Pulled The Trigger
For decades, professionals fought for a seat at the corporate table. But today? The smartest ones are walking away. Gen Z isn’t climbing the ladder—they’re obsessed with building their own. The best talent isn’t waiting for promotions—they’re creating businesses that don’t require permission. The corporate system is crumbling. The future belongs to the builders. Are you ready to adapt—or will you get left behind?