FIELD NOTES
The mindset required to build what doesn't yet exist
Zero to One by Peter Thiel completely reshaped how I think about technological monopoly, vertical leaps, and creating enduring companies.
Recommended Classic
Zero to One
Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future
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Reading Shelf
Foundational Books I Recommend
Zero to One
Zero to One
The Lean Startup
The Lean Startup
Atomic Habits
Atomic Habits
Deep Work
Deep Work
The Hard Thing About Hard Things
The Hard Thing About Hard Things
Thinking, Fast and Slow
Thinking, Fast and Slow
Start with Why
Start with Why
The Pragmatic Programmer
The Pragmatic Programmer
Key Takeaways
Why These Books Matter
Zero to One
The definitive guide to thinking about startups and innovation. Every founder should read this.
The Lean Startup
Changed how I think about building products. Build, measure, learn — and repeat.
Atomic Habits
Small changes, remarkable results. This book rewired how I approach daily routines.
Deep Work
In a world of distractions, the ability to focus deeply is a superpower. This book teaches you how.