This was a great read, and a fitting new year post. "When was the last time you impressed yourself?" is an idea that really resonates with me, and is inspiring. Looking forward to seeing your journey continue to play out in 2026
I appreciate you sharing the thinking behind your choice to take a less conventional path; it resonates with the same impulses that have steered me.
Initially, I interpreted your subject line as a rhetorical case for the consensus track -- a path I now realize is vital for those not yet ready to navigate the wilderness. While going off-road early gave me an edge in technical execution and startup financing, it meant bypassing the patience and tact that large systems instill.
I don't regret the path I chose, but looking back, I would have intentionally assessed my toolkit: the skills I've built vs the strengths I hope to develop.
This was a great read, and a fitting new year post. "When was the last time you impressed yourself?" is an idea that really resonates with me, and is inspiring. Looking forward to seeing your journey continue to play out in 2026
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Evan, I really enjoyed reading this. I could relate with a lot of it.
I appreciate you sharing the thinking behind your choice to take a less conventional path; it resonates with the same impulses that have steered me.
Initially, I interpreted your subject line as a rhetorical case for the consensus track -- a path I now realize is vital for those not yet ready to navigate the wilderness. While going off-road early gave me an edge in technical execution and startup financing, it meant bypassing the patience and tact that large systems instill.
I don't regret the path I chose, but looking back, I would have intentionally assessed my toolkit: the skills I've built vs the strengths I hope to develop.
Great post, loved the read!