Some [infrequent] Writing

What are you optimizing for?

April 26 2019

I have learned only a minuscule amount about machine learning; just enough to get under the hood and to build something very rudimentary. As I was learning some of the underlying concepts and methods, a couple of things really struck a chord in my brain–with how applicable they are to,...

Tools I Learned in 2018

January 21 2019

This is a belated and probably too-skinny version of a post I decided I’d do every year, starting with last year. Usually, when I say ‘learned,’ I really mean I engaged enough to understand a little bit of what’s going on, and not that I am wizard-level user in any...

A founder's guide to conversations with Midwestern VC firms

March 15 2018

I remember the feeling of meeting with prospective investors and wanting to make a good impression. The first few conversations with an investor are high-stress and full of subtle signals. Most founders have good instincts and navigate these situations well, but the points below comprise some of the nuanced issues...

Skills Learned in 2017

December 10 2017

Following up on my post about tools I learned to use in 2017, I wanted to also touch on some of the soft skills and lessons that I have been learning over the course of the year too.