I answer some interesting questions from readers on redesigning the educational system, deciding when to delegate and the purpose of life.
Book Review: Human Problem Solving
How do we solve hard problems? A deep dive into one of the most influential theories of how people figure out difficult things.
How to Decide What to Work On
Working hard doesn't matter if it's on the wrong things. Thoughts on making the hard decisions about what to focus on.
Desirable Difficulties: When Harder is Better for Learning
Can you learn more efficiently by making things harder for yourself? These three strategies let you learn faster (even if it feels slower).
I'm a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. Since 2006, I've published weekly essays on this website to help people like you learn and think better. My work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, TEDx, Pocket, Business Insider and more. I don't promise I have all the answers, just a place to start.