Not sure if you're still doing this, but thank you Brad 🙏

NEW POST: Generative AI was supposed to make us faster and more effective. But in systems that rely on visible effort as a signal of quality, it’s often making them worse. In my new essay, “Friction Was the Feature,” I explore: -- How coal production in the 19th century explains AI's impact on knowledge work -- How cheaper words lead to inflating outputs instead of better outcomes -- How Freelancer.com is a canary in the coal mine for this “loss of signal” problem -- How we might redesign hiring, admissions, and other fields around proofs instead of prose If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in words but not seeing the systems around you improve, I think you’ll enjoy this. Link below 👇

Here’s how it works: Twice a week, we text you a custom journal prompt about fatherhood. You reply with a photo and a reflection. That’s it—5 minutes or less.

So, I built Trove. A simple way to help dads capture and preserve core family memories—and tell the unique story of fatherhood.

Growing up, my sister and I each had memory books. Each year we’d add our favorite foods, best friends, top moments, and a few photos. Simple but meaningful. And they're so fun to read as adults.

It's unbeatable. But beforehand I felt the same way Paul describes