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Mike "Veezy" van Zandwijk on Tech, Business & Life at Large
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Shape Up: A CTO’s Brain Bursts

Exploring CTO roles, AI advisory demand, and the inspiration from 37Signals, all wrapped up with family funโ€”pillow fights and “oof-ing.” Balancing tech insights and personal moments.

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Bus Strikes for Bowling & Booger Burgers

Nadia, my 6-year-old, thinks bus drivers strike to go bowling, talks about booger burgers, and has Mickey Mouse joining the fun! Morning rides with her are an imaginative journey! ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸŽก

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From African Clocks to Tech Career Advice

Balance structure and spontaneity to master time management. Dive into tech careers with AI tools, stay updated, and let reflection guide growth. Embrace routines but keep room for creativity.

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Sneezes to Startups: From Cold to Code

Mike shares his reflections on dealing with a cold, hosting a dinner party, creating an AI app, prompt engineering, and family life. He dreams of impactful ventures and balancing finances.

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Infinite Ideas: From Fluoride to False Ads

Explore AI, privacy concerns, social media musings, and synchronicity in daily life, all recorded from a makeshift setup. Dive into thoughts on AI-generated content’s perceived value and the concept of “Model Collapse.”

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Phonetics, Piranhas & Pyramids

A playful morning with my daughter, exploring phonetics and curiosity, taught me the value of patience and effective communication, blending joy with lessons in language and understanding.

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Thrombosis, Travel, and Tech: A Factor V Leiden Odyssey

Factor V Leiden can increase the risk of blood clots on flights of 8+ hours. Learn about the importance of taking preventative medication and how AI could revolutionize access to medical information

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A Dad’s Kopfkino: Grounding AI & Biggie

Mike reflects on multiple life roles, AI advancements and challenges, business models of tech companies, and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and data governance.

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The Rise of Agentic AI, Cars and Synchronicities

Exploring agentic AI, car innovations, and life’s synchronicities. From advanced vehicle safety to the transformative potential of AI in everyday tasks, our future promises thrilling possibilities. Join me on this journey!

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Time Buddies In The Egg Theory

Mike’s Mind is a whimsical ride through daily life, from coining “time buddies” with his daughter, to journalling with smart glasses, driving through Dutch cities, and ending with the profound Egg Theory. Enjoy the journey!

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  • The Firm Theory of the CollectiveJune 5, 2026
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  • The Early Aftermath: Changed Roles While Living the BookJanuary 22, 2026
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  6. The Spy Within Me: A Thriller from the Field

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