With the rise of the iPhone, I thought I’d evolve and switch to digital notes, but kept wanting the feel of a paper notebook.

I tried to keep both synced for too long and it was frustrating.

My notebook is now for sketches and one-time use notes I don't need to save.

My Notion second brain is for to dos and long-term notes.

In 2021, I thought I was burned out on Making things till I started theming projects.

Theming brought joy back to me for 5 reasons:

1. I appreciated my favorite movies more.

2. I use both sides of my brain.

3. I ditched boring shapes.

4. I look for new techniques.

5. I create what stores lack.

As people fear layoffs due to AI implementations, here are 3 effective ways to increase your chances of staying employed.

1. Become your company's AI expert

2. Deliver solutions, not project results

3. Proactively seek automation

AI will not replace your job, but people who embrace change (including AI) will.