The blog post summarizes key insights from 'The Science of Storytelling' by Daniel Bachhuber, emphasizing the importance of unexpected change in storytelling, the psychological mechanisms behind how stories engage audiences, and t...
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The post discusses 'Shape Up', a manual for web software development that emphasizes innovative planning tactics to streamline product definition and ensure timely delivery. Key concepts include clarifying the opportunity before i...
In this reflective blog post, Daniel Bachhuber shares lessons learned over 18 months of career transitions, including running WordPress.com and working at PostHog. He emphasizes the importance of people and vision over processes, ...
The concept of '70% confident' emphasizes making decisions with around 70% of the desired information, particularly in software development. It suggests that many decisions are reversible and can be made quickly without waiting fo...
4.5Review: Boox Go 7
2025-09-18 • technology sleep reviews e ink
The author shares a positive review of the Boox Go 7, an Android e-ink device that has helped him manage his insomnia by reducing blue light exposure in the morning. He appreciates its functionality, including the ability to insta...
The author reflects on the parallels between soccer and leadership, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and the importance of empowering team members. They discuss influential leadership books that have shaped their approach, inc...
The author, after seven years of using Overcast, has switched to Pocket Casts due to frustrations with Overcast's recent redesign and functionality issues. The transition was relatively easy, with successful import of podcast subs...
The author, Daniel Bachhuber, analyzes his family's grocery spending, which often exceeds their $1400 monthly budget. He investigates potential reasons for overspending, such as rising food prices and indulgent purchases. By expor...
The author reflects on their experience taking charge of WordPress.com while Matt is on sabbatical. They discuss the challenges of leadership, the importance of appearance and performance, and the need for personal downtime. The a...
The post is a birthday message to Matt, expressing gratitude for his contributions to WordPress, which have significantly impacted the author's career and personal life. It mentions the launch of a website for the Whitman Pioneer ...
The author reflects on a road trip that turned out to be more time-consuming than expected due to various detours and activities. Key highlights include visits to Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone, and other attractions, as well as enjoya...
The author shares their joy of making pizza and recounts a recent pizza party held for fellow WordPress.com colleagues. They list their preferred topping combinations, highlighting various recipes and inspirations from different s...
Daniel Bachhuber reflects on his year, highlighting family activities, personal achievements, and travel experiences. He shares moments from organizing a Newspaper Club for kids, celebrating his 10th wedding anniversary at a remot...
0Ingredients for an excellent pizza party
2024-09-21 •
Daniel Bachhuber shares his joy of making pizza by hosting a pizza party for his WordPress colleagues during WordCamp US in Portland. He lists various topping combinations he used, including both traditional and unique ingredients...
0My first WordPress commit, again
2023-02-07 •
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072 hours in Boston
2022-09-21 •
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0Switching to Pocket Casts from Overcast
2024-08-25 •
After seven years as an Overcast user, the author switched to Pocket Casts due to bugs. Initial impressions include easy OPML import, more settings and concepts in Pocket Casts, and uncertainty about the audio engine. The author p...
0“70% confident”
2024-02-06 •
The concept of being '70% confident' is discussed by Daniel Bachhuber, inspired by Jeff Bezos. Making decisions with 70% of the information can lead to quicker progress and the ability to course correct. This concept is particular...
0Day three
2024-02-03 •
Daniel Bachhuber reflects on his third day in charge of WordPress.com, highlighting the performance aspect of the role and the need to constantly bring his best. He mentions the impact of his clothing, background, and audio qualit...
0My favorite leadership books
2024-01-14 •
The author discusses how his leadership style is influenced by soccer, emphasizing teamwork and playing to individual strengths. He recommends several books that have shaped his leadership approach, focusing on topics such as team...
0Happy birthday, Matt!
2024-01-11 •
The blog post is a birthday message to Matt Mullenweg, the co-founder of WordPress, thanking him for his dedication to the platform. The author reflects on how WordPress has impacted his career, family life, and connections with p...
0Year in Review: 2023
2023-12-30 •
The blog post is a reflection on Daniel Bachhuber's business, family, and personal achievements in 2023. Highlights include organizing a Newspaper Club for kids, celebrating his 10th wedding anniversary, visiting Minam River Lodge...
0Exploring our monthly grocery spend
2023-11-11 •
The author explores their family's grocery spending habits, analyzing data from receipts to identify areas where they can save money and stay within budget. They discover potential savings by switching stores, reducing waste, and ...