The old link between effort and reward is broken. The uncertainty, inequality, and lottery dynamics of show business are spreading across the economy, making all career paths more scalable and more risky.

Why is this happening? How can we make the most of it?

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I’m writing a book on the Nonlinear Economy for Simon & Schuster. I’m an economic historian by training, an entrepreneur and investor by experience. I’ve written for The New York Times and The Atlantic, but I keep my best ideas for my own book(s) and newsletter.

I’ve worn many hats: party promoter, infantry soldier, PE executive, tech entrepreneur, and writer. I’ve been shot at, gone viral, gambled my savings on a failed startup, and made a small fortune in crypto and online content. These days, I help some of the world’s largest companies, investment firms, and governments make sense of economic change.

Each of these experiences informs my writing, especially my most important role: that of a father. What practical insights can help my children thrive in a world that grows more unpredictable, disproportionate, and volatile every day? How can I make the most of my own time to leave them with more resources for experimentation and discovery?

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