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The Machine Told The Truth
Technology
2/24/2026•5 min read
The Machine Told The Truth

Klarna deployed AI that saved $60 million and destroyed their reputation. The AI didn't fail. It told the truth about what the company actually optimized for. Here's why that's not an AI story — it's a business architecture story.

The Misalignment You Can Feel
Identity
2/23/2026•3 min read•Architecture Before Action
The Misalignment You Can Feel

Most founders never designed their business container. They inherited it from early decisions. Then they grew — and the container didn't. That gap between who you are and what your business says you are is the misalignment you can feel but can't name.

The Brand Being Framework: Why You Should Think of Your Brand Like a Person
Identity
12/30/2025•7 min read
The Brand Being Framework: Why You Should Think of Your Brand Like a Person

Brands are like people. The ones we trust the most have a clear identity, stay true to their values, and act consistently over time. The ones we distrust feel fake, unpredictable, or disconnected—even if we can’t always articulate why.

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