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Mike "Veezy" van Zandwijk on Tech, Business & Life at Large
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📔 Journail

Journailing is Mike’s method of turning voice memos into blog posts using AI to blend spontaneous speech with structured writing.

There are 67 posts filed in 📔 Journail (this is page 4 of 7).

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The Timing Trap: Small Delays, Big Costs

Timing isn’t just about showing up but acting at the right moment. From coffee machines to climate change, small ignored actions scale up, reminding us to act before it’s too late.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 👔 Management, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | January 20, 2025 | 742 Words | Comment

Definition of Done: From Marriage to Mars

Mike humorously compares the flexible concept of “done” in marriage with the Definition of Done in software development. It emphasizes evolving definitions, particularly in science fiction, exploring humanity’s relationship with advanced technology and potential alien life.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | January 14, 2025 | 965 Words | Comment

Winter Whatnot

Mike shares his journey of renovating their home, exploring AI’s influence on storytelling, discussing ethical dilemmas, navigating publishing challenges, and reflecting on family and financial philosophies.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | December 9, 2024 | 652 Words | Comment

Woof, Woof: A Day in Sound

The post humorously explores AI’s limitations in understanding various languages and animal sounds, reflecting on the richness of human and animal communication through diverse noises and silences.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | November 5, 2024 | 784 Words | 1 Comment

The AC/DC Product Manager on a Highway

Mike reflects on his shift from AI and Cybersecurity portfolio management to product management of four lines, creatively merging technology, storytelling, and innovation during commutes.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | October 17, 2024 | 522 Words | Comment

Guiding Rails and Breaking Barriers with XRAIL

Exploring XRAIL, a blend of extended reality and AI, to revolutionize leadership in education and tackle future challenges with balanced, insightful approaches.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | October 10, 2024 | 539 Words | Comment

Smarter Wars: Brains Over Bullets

Exploring “Smart Wars,” technology’s power struggles echo historical quests for dominance, posing ethical and geopolitical challenges as AI reshapes global dynamics and privacy concerns.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | October 2, 2024 | 776 Words | Comment

EU Cars, AI Tech Gap

Europe excels in automotive engineering but lags in tech and AI. Embracing AI could optimize traffic and automate daily tasks, merging its rich legacy with future innovations. Let’s prepare now.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | September 28, 2024 | 289 Words | Comment

Digital Longevity in the Human Era

Preserve your digital journals and voice memos using AI tools and platforms like WordPress. Embrace the Intelligence Age (IA), ensuring your creative legacy lasts into the future, well beyond 12,024 HE.

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | September 27, 2024 | 898 Words | Comment

Enterprise Philosophy: from COTS to AI

Building a client portal, debating COTS vs. custom solutions, and leveraging AI for code generation and productivity tools reshapes product development. AI supports creativity, not replaces it. Exciting future ahead!

in 🇬🇧 in English, 📔 Journail, 🤯 Mike's Mind | September 26, 2024 | 238 Words | Comment

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