Anthropic's new research on "persona vectors" solves the mystery of "evil" AI by discovering patterns in the AI's processing that control its personality traits, much like how certain areas of our brain influence our moods and attitudes. We now have tools to keep it behaving consistently & reliably

80% of features in the average software product are rarely or never used. But why?

I recently advised someone who felt pressured to adopt flashy new tech. We discussed selective innovation, a proven approach that filters out distractions & aligns every choice with your core mission. By focusing on the right opportunities you empower your team, create lasting impact, & remain agile

I've been reflecting on some promising ventures that ultimately didn't succeed. I contemplated the approach the product teams used. One concept I can recall was extremely deliberate in how they grew. Another was extremely aggressive in its expansion. Neither recognized the need for balance.