Ronan McDonnell

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Jan 31, 2026

All models are imperfect, but some are useful

Every model/approach to any problem you choose will have limitations. That’s unavoidable. The mistake is thinking you can design your way around that upfront. You can’t. The only real choice is which problems you want to have.

Oct 22, 2025

How I Work Across Multiple Projects Without Burning Out

Managing multiple projects without burning out? It’s possible - but only with the right systems. Here’s how I use Notion, AI, themed workdays, and systems to stay focused, protect my energy, and actually enjoy the process (most of the time!)

Oct 6, 2025

Platform55

A description of my work with Platform55, a HR platform transforming how organisations support today’s family at work, supporting individuals to balance their career with family life.

Oct 6, 2025

LYQD

A description of my work with LYQD - the first digital exchange for whiskey casks in Ireland.

Apr 20, 2025

April 2025 Update

It's been a while but I've been working on a few projects that I'd like to share: * I'm working with LYQD [https://www.lyqd.io/

Apr 17, 2024

Weekly links - April 15 2024

Some interesting links I've seen in the past week: * The Humane AI pin [https://humane.com] was recently released - I'm excited to see completely new products released, looking

Feb 26, 2024

Weekly Links - Feb 26 2024

I'm restarting a thread I began a few years ago, with some of the weekly links that I found interesting: * I don't understand all the Physics they describe but

Feb 19, 2024

Weekly links - Feb 19 2024

I'm restarting a thread I began a few years ago, with some of the weekly links that I found interesting: * Sora looks incredible, this helps explain how it works as well