Systems I live by
These aren't just work frameworks—they're how I approach everything. Building companies, producing films, wrangling five black cats, shipping apps at midnight.
The 80/20 Rule
Focus on what moves the needle
The Pareto Principle applied to everything—from platform audits to personal decisions. Learn to identify the vital few and let go of the trivial many.
"Most of what we do doesn't matter. Find what does."
Translate, Don't Explain
Meet people where they are
Bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Stop explaining jargon and start speaking in outcomes that resonate.
"Understanding isn't about being right—it's about being understood."
The Napkin Test
If it doesn't fit on a napkin, you don't get it yet
Force yourself to distill any idea to its essence. If you can't explain it simply, you haven't understood it deeply enough.
"Complexity is easy. Clarity is the hard part."
Ship It or Kill It
Action beats perfection, always
Stop polishing and start shipping. The feedback from reality beats any amount of planning. Learn when to push through and when to let go.
"The only way to know if something works is to try it."