| domain | benkuhn.net |
| summary | Here's a summary of the website content, followed by some of the best archived posts:
Overall
This website presents a collection of essays and insights primarily focused on productivity, project management, and a somewhat unconventional approach to problem-solving and thinking. It blends practical advice on technical skills (programming, automation) with philosophical explorations of mindset, risk-taking, and effective communication. Key themes include:
* Rapid Iteration & Experimentation: Emphasizes the importance of a fast OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act), running many small experiments, and embracing failure as a learning opportunity. * Systems Thinking: Promotes detailed planning ("a detailed plan for victory"), focusing on outliers, and understanding complex systems – illustrated with examples from Wave, the Fibonacci sequence, and network effects. * Mindset & Personal Development: Advocates for “staring into the abyss” to confront fears, cultivating curiosity, and building deep understanding through active listening. It encourages a bright, focused environment and habits like weekly reviews and daily time management. * Startup & Impact: Offers advice on starting businesses, particularly those targeting emerging markets, with an emphasis on high standards and a long-term perspective on global challenges.
Best Archived Posts (Selected Highlights):
1. "How I've Run Major Projects" - This core essay outlines the key principles, including detailed planning, the OODA loop, and overcommunication.
2. “Staring into the Abyss as a Core Life Skill” – A foundational piece exploring the value of confronting fears and anxieties for personal growth.
3. “Searching for Outliers” – Discusses the importance of focusing on rare, potentially groundbreaking ideas over more predictable ones.
4. “Autocomplete as an Interface” – A thought-provoking piece on the potential of autocompletion systems.
5. “Why Squared Error” - A detailed explanation of why squared error is often preferred in calculations.
6. “Plants, Continued Fractions, and the Golden Ratio” – A fascinating exploration of how mathematical concepts manifest in the natural world.
7. “Impact, Agency, and Taste” – Offers thoughtful reflections on how individual choices shape outcomes and create value.
8. “Trust as a Bottleneck to Growing Teams Quickly” – Provides actionable advice on building trust within teams.
9. “Why Nations Fail” - Summarizes key findings from the book of the same name, advocating for a long-termist view of global poverty.
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| description | benkuhn.net |
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| nslookup | A 174.138.119.63 |
| created | 2025-08-11 |
| updated | 2025-08-11 |
| summarized | 2026-01-22 |
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