Written+ Seen
I'm a problem-solver to the core. Whether I'm writing an article, designing and developing software, illustrating a concept, educating my two children on a topic, taking a picture, or just doing a crossword, I love the challenge. This is a place for me to showcase some of my resulting solutions, mostly in the form of writing and photography.
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Recent Articles
I like figuring out how to explain difficult concepts in simple terms. These long-form pieces usually involve a bit of research or structured thinking. I write about topics which interest me, which covers a lot of ground.
Joanne McNeil's Lurking serves as a warning for makers of digital products
Lurking tells the story of the social internet from the perspective of its users. It's also a record of how digital products can both uplift and fail marginalized people. Product managers and designers alike should read this book to avoid repeating similar mistakes.
Only you can stop confirmation bias
Confirmation bias leads us to hold false belief with a confidence greater than evidence can justify. Curbing it when making decisions requires patience and rigor. It's a battle that's worth the effort.
My weekly Toronto startup newsletter aims to inspire
Since 2018, I've curated and written over 100 issues of a newsletter on startup-related news for Toronto. I feel there are many people who might want to turn their idea into a startup, but shy away from taking their first steps. I think about those people when I write my newsletter, which I send out to 4500+ subscribers every week. If you know someone in the GTA who could do with some encouragement delivered to their inbox, get them to sign up.
Featured Nature Photos
Plants, flowers, and trees are fun to shoot. They tend to sit still, which is a distinct advantage. They're also easy and rewarding subjects, in that they're often close-by and inherently beautiful. Here are a few of my favourite nature shots.
