Just like the IKEA Effect, but for the AI products. Try not to overenginner when working with LLMs.
Category Archives: Automattic
Adding ChatGPT to your Slack DIY
I just deployed ChatGPT as a Slackbot at Automattic, and let me tell you: it’s so much better and cheaper than the ChatGPT App.
Managing time as a manager
Artur gets interviewed about his time management as Team Lead.
Great career advice
In the 80th issue of my newsletter I share great Career advice gathered from around the web.
Running Tumblr on WooCommerce
Tumblr has recently released features for creators to earn a living with their art. Whenever you turn those features on, we provision an entire WordPress site, with WooCommerce (and WooCommerce Payments) plugins to facilitate billing. This post explains why (in case it’s not obvious).
Ups and downs of parenting
In the Deliberate Internet 75, I explain that it’s hard to talk about the joys of parenting, trading money and time and the company I work for – Automattic.
Why do remote companies do meetups?
People need relationships and trust to work effectively. This face-to-face time pays dividends for the entire year. Plus, it’s a ton of fun.
2021: A year of rolling with it
This is my review of 2021.
I have become a father, bought an RV, and spent 6 months off work – the longest period away from my job since I was 15.
My one learning is to just roll with it.
Learn to delegate by hiring a Virtual Assistant
I hired a Virtual Assistant to train my delegation muscle. It was a huge success.
What would you do if you had 5 months off?
In the 50th issue of my newsletter, I ponder my plans for the 5-month leave.