Hi, I'm Graham.
I write about building things — software, cottages, and a life that works.
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Essays on productivity, building, and what's actually working.
Best Books on Habits: 9 That Actually Changed How I Build Them
Best books on habits, grouped by mechanism (identity, environment, discipline) — 9 I've actually read, with who each is for.
Best Books for Career Growth: 8 That Actually Changed How I Think About Work
Best books for career growth: 8 I've actually read, organized by career moment, with who each one is for.
Best Books on Leadership: 7 That Actually Changed How I Lead
My honest picks for the best books on leadership — 7 I’ve actually read, grouped by power, ownership, and people.
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