Perfect ideas are a myth: just start. The hidden power of introverts. Stories: when and how to tell them.
Welcome to a new issue of the newsletter, “Journal of discoveries.”
Each week, I check a list of hundreds of sources of inspiration to spot exciting articles, videos, podcasts, and books on personal development, leadership, management, technology, and innovation.
While this newsletter will remain a free resource, you might consider becoming a paid subscriber to support my work, and get access to my searchable Notion database. Thanks!
And now, let’s dive in!
One “must” for this week
You might be overthinking your idea right now 🤔💭
Most people get stuck in "idea paralysis", endlessly waiting for the perfect idea when they should be taking action instead.
As Ash Maurya shares: "Perfect ideas are a myth. Just start."
Modern startups thrive on iteration, not perfect execution, and this applies to startups and personal projects, too.
To move forward, he recommends three approaches:
✅ List the existing alternatives your customers actually use
✅ Identify what's broken in those alternatives through customer research
✅ Position your product as the solution that causes customers to switch
Rather than asking the broad question, "What problem can I solve?", he suggests using his "Innovator's Gift" mental model:
Look for disappointing outcomes, pet peeves, or workarounds with existing solutions.
Real innovation happens when you help customers switch from an old way to your new way.
Personal development
Why you fail at almost everything you do
Two types of knowledge: the Max Planck/Chauffeur test
Trade your life with someone else and jealousy
Why is morning light so important?
Six ways to better
How to be consistent: seven strategies that actually work
Innovation
Perfect ideas are a myth. Just start
Mistral Small 3.1
Here’s how I use LLMs to help me write code
Evaluating co-creativity between LLMs and humans in the generation of humor
Apple AI’s platform pivot potential
How to build your own AI assistant
Building trust in AI: the role of explainability
Ten charts that capture how the world is changing
Leadership and management
Stories: when and how to tell them
Three ways to deal with your boss
A free marketing tool that actually works: smiling
You don’t need a mentor to get the career advice you need
The ultimate meetings checklist
The four types of thinking leaders need to practice, and teach
How to handle the pessimist on your team
One book
“The Lean Startup” by Eric Ries.
See you next Saturday,
Roberto
I’m hosting a free virtual communication workshop!
Spending hours in virtual meetings can be exhausting 😩
You know the feeling—wondering if people are paying attention, struggling to sound confident through the screen, or just wishing you could connect better in those tiny Zoom boxes.
I’ve been there too.
Since 2020, I’ve spent over 5,000 hours in virtual meetings. Along the way, I’ve learned that being effective online is about so much more than just having a great microphone or camera (and you know how I LOVE a good tech setup 🤖).
That’s why I’ve spent countless hours researching, practicing, and learning how to communicate in virtual settings: how to engage, connect, and leave a lasting impression.
My guiding question has always been, “how do I want the people in this meeting to remember me?”
Now, I want to share what I’ve learned with you—and in the process, continue learning myself.
I’m hosting a free workshop to help you become a better communicator in virtual settings.
Whether you’re leading meetings, pitching ideas, or just trying to avoid “Zoom fatigue,” this 45-minute session is designed to give you practical tools you can use right away.
🎯 What’s in it for you?
Learn how to make a stronger, more memorable impression from the moment you join a call.
Discover how to use your voice, gestures, and presence to keep people engaged.
Avoid common pitfalls that can derail even the best-prepared sessions.
And yes, we’ll talk about the all-important technical setup, too!
It’s going to be interactive, fun, and useful—and I’d love for you to join! 🤩
In each session, the spots are limited for better interaction, so don’t wait!
📅 Tuesday, April 29th
⏰ 17:00 CET
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