Purpose
North Star
The guiding principles and long-term vision that shape my decisions and direction.
Personal Mission
To build things that matter, learn continuously, and help others think better about their lives and decisions.
Foundation
Core Values
Intellectual Honesty
Seek truth over comfort. Change your mind when the evidence demands it.
Long-Term Thinking
Make decisions that optimize for decades, not days. Compound interest applies to everything.
Continuous Learning
Stay curious. Read obsessively. Expose yourself to diverse ideas and perspectives.
Bias for Action
Done is better than perfect. Learn by doing. Ship, iterate, improve.
Vision
Life Areas
Work & Career
Build something meaningful at the intersection of finance, technology, and real estate. Create value through deep understanding, not just participation. Own equity in businesses that align with my values.
Relationships
Surround myself with people who challenge me intellectually and support me personally. Maintain deep friendships over broad networks. Be present with family.
Learning & Growth
Read widely across disciplines. Write to clarify thinking. Travel to expand perspective. Never stop being a student of life, business, and human nature.
Health & Vitality
Maintain energy and health as the foundation for everything else. Prioritize sleep, movement, and stress management. Optimize for longevity and sustained performance.
Philosophy
Mental Models
These are the frameworks I return to when making decisions or thinking through problems.
Inspiration
Words to Live By
"The man who grasps principles can successfully select his own methods. The man who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to have trouble."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
Boundaries
What I Avoid
Knowing what to say no to is as important as knowing what to pursue. These are the things I actively avoid: