Danny Castonguaybld.ai journeyDisclaimer: this was not written by artificial intelligence (e.g., an LLM). I prefer to avoid it to stay more authentic and credible.May 29, 2023May 29, 2023
Danny CastonguayAmbiguous jobs that require confidence pay moreConfidence is essential for success in knowledge work, which involves always learning, being creative, and problem solving. But what…Mar 22, 2023Mar 22, 2023
Danny CastonguayThe Art of Embracing SpeedI often share the same guidance with teams at both bld.ai and l2m.vc, so I thought it would be valuable to discuss it here as well.Mar 18, 2023Mar 18, 2023
Danny CastonguayMy story and how it shaped bld.aiHave you ever been struck with the urge to share a story, but the thought of spending dozens of hours writing it down seems daunting…Mar 18, 2023Mar 18, 2023
Danny CastonguayOn being deeply authenticIf you have ever practiced yoga and meditation, which are central to Hinduism, Buddhism, or Jainism, you are probably familiar with the…Feb 26, 2022Feb 26, 2022
Danny CastonguayCognitive behavioral therapy and machine learning to speed up adult learningBelow is my original statement of purpose for my PhD. One day, I hope to have the time to conduct more academic research. Contact me (or…Feb 26, 2022Feb 26, 2022
Danny CastonguayThe fallacy of “no-code” toolsComputer science is the art of solving bigger problems with less effort.Feb 26, 2022Feb 26, 2022
Danny CastonguayAsynchronous vs synchronous communication, with some practical adviceAs far back as we can see, people prefer to communicate important stuff in person as opposed to over a video conference call, or even in…Feb 26, 2022Feb 26, 2022
Danny CastonguayFinding your ASANA to win in the Age of SoftwareIn my previous post on “ building bespoke AI products to win in the Age of Software”, I discussed how innovative organizations invest…Feb 14, 2020Feb 14, 2020
Danny CastonguayBuilding bespoke AI products to win in the Age of SoftwareThe age of mass manufacturing forged a popular managerial mindset anchored on a belief that there exists an optimal flow for any business…Jan 31, 2020Jan 31, 2020