Newsletter
275 : Activity Is Not Always Progress
Do you know the difference between 'busy work' and progress? Make sure your activities count with a low-friction weekly review.
Writing
Career
The Weekly Review That Makes You Better at Your Job (In 30 Minutes)
A 30-minute weekly review that helps you track real impact, sharpen focus, and pick three actions that move next week forward.
Weeknote
#53 - From Dublin
Updates
This week has been wild!
As I write, the latest storm to hit Western Europe is on its way
TWIL
TWIL #105 - Public Spending in Paris
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days. I usually find these while I'm
Newsletter
#274 : Comfort Is the Most Dangerous Career Strategy
Comfort is how careers silently stall. Growth might feel awkward, but it's a great way to escape a trap. One uncomfortable action a week is all it takes.
Weeknote
#52 - From Dublin
Updates
A full year of weeknotes! It's been an interesting experiment, and a great way to try and
Journaling
Start Writing Now: the simplest way to build a journaling habit
Most people don’t need more motivation. They need less friction. Less pressure.
That’s why I built Start Writing
Career
12 Questions to Ask Before Quitting Your Job
Quitting your job can feel like progress. It can feel clean and decisive. It can also be the best way
TWIL
TWIL #104 - Farming on Mars
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days. I usually find these while I'm
Newsletter
#273 > Most Career Advice Sucks
It's time for a change. Find out why I think Most Career Advice Sucks - plus, the Stuff.
TWIL
TWIL #103 - White Storks in London
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days. I usually find these while I'm
Weeknote
#51 - from Dublin
Updates
Fully back to work this week, and into a busy cycle for annual reviews for everyone in the place.
Newsletter
#272 - Welcome to 2026!
Every January, I set intentions for the 52 weeks ahead. Here are my key themes for the New Year.
Weeknote
#50 - From Dublin
Updates
New Years Eve was fun, we went to see the fireworks in nearby Dun Laoghaire, followed by a lovely
TWIL
TWIL #102 - Drinking on a plane
Every week, I share something I learned in the previous seven days. I usually find these while I'm
TWIL
52 things I learned in 2025
Writing a newsletter every week helps me learn new things, here are 52 things from this year that didn't quite make it into the mailout.
Newsletter
Stuff that MattRs - #271
Happy Monday! It's good to see you. Here's some relaxed insights for you and your career.
Weeknote
#49 - From France
Updates
The week between Christmas and New Year is a funny one, no-one really knows what day it is, and
