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Antoine Buteau

Antoine Buteau

Lessons from Jiang Xueqin

Jiang Xueqin, a prominent Chinese educator, writer, and public intellectual, has garnered international attention for his incisive critiques of modern education, his stark warnings about consumerism, and his bold, often controversial, geopolitical predictions. A Yale graduate and a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Jiang's work is

Lessons from Nick Saban

Nick Saban, the iconic former head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, is as renowned for his transformative leadership and unwavering principles as he is for his record-breaking seven national championships. His "Process," a philosophy centered on relentless preparation, discipline, and a focus on the present moment, has

Lessons from Dara Khosrowshahi

Dara Khosrowshahi, the CEO of Uber, is known for his transformative leadership and insightful perspectives on business and life. Since taking the helm of the ride-sharing giant in 2017, he has navigated the company through significant cultural changes and towards profitability. On Leadership and Management 1. On the Core Role

Lessons from Mark Barrocas of SharkNinja

As the transformative leader at the helm of SharkNinja, CEO Mark Barrocas has guided the company from a modest appliance firm to a global product innovation powerhouse. [1] His leadership, which began in 2008, is characterized by a deep-seated commitment to consumer-centric innovation, a relentless drive for growth, and a

Lessons from Gergely Orosz

Gergely Orosz, author of the widely-read "The Pragmatic Engineer" newsletter and "The Software Engineer's Guidebook," has become a prominent voice in the software engineering community. His writings offer practical advice and sharp insights on career growth, software quality, and engineering management. On Career Development

Lessons from Andy Matuschak

Andy Matuschak, a software engineer, designer, and researcher, has shared a wealth of insights on learning, knowledge work, and tools for thought. His work challenges traditional methods of learning and offers practical strategies for deep and lasting understanding. On Evergreen Notes and Better Thinking The concept of "evergreen notes&

Lessons from Niklas Luhmman

Niklas Luhmann, a towering figure in 20th-century sociology, has left an indelible mark on our understanding of social systems, communication, and, by extension, knowledge management. Though he never wrote a book titled "Knowledge Management," his entire body of work can be seen as a profound exploration of how

Lessons from Rene Girard

René Girard (1923-2015) was a French historian, literary critic, and philosopher whose work offers a powerful and comprehensive theory of human culture, desire, and violence. His insights, often described as "mimetic theory," provide a framework for understanding everything from individual envy to societal collapse and the role of
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