Welcome to The Deep Dive
A publication by Touches of Tech.
A place to explore the things I’m curious about, thinking about, and experiencing beyond technology.
From technology and AI to business, urbanism, health & fitness, food, coffee, sports, culture, and everyday life—these are the things that catch my attention and make me think.
The Art of Appreciating Good Cooking
Why recognizing the effort, sharing honest feedback, and staying open to learning make the experience better for everyone.
Nobody Taught You Everything. Now What?
Take accountability for your own growth, question what you've been taught, explore new perspectives, and never stop learning beyond what you already know.
Too Old for Tech? Or Just Unwilling to Learn?
Age isn't the barrier to learning new technology—your willingness to learn, adapt, and step outside your comfort zone can make all the difference.
Connections Matter
Why building relationships, understanding your industry, and creating financial options can help you prepare for opportunities and navigate unexpected changes.
The IT Guy I Never Planned to Be: Passion, Curiosity, and the Cost of Playing It Safe
The Hobby That Never Went Away
Your Digital Presence, Step by Step
You don't need to become an influencer or share your entire life. Here's how to choose your usernames, set up your profiles, and make it easier for people to find and connect with you.
Be Findable: Your Digital Presence Checklist
You don’t need to be an influencer—just make it easy for people to find you, recognize you, and stay connected wherever life takes you.
Sharing Is Support
Sometimes a like, a share, a subscription, a purchase—or simply paying attention—is enough to let someone know you see what they’re building.
Damn, I’m A Writer
It took me years to realize that I was never bad at writing—I just needed something I genuinely cared about writing about.
The Gift and the Curse of Stuttering
How struggling to get the words out has taught me to listen, observe, think differently, and find another way to say what I mean.
Think for Yourself
You can learn from the people who raised you without letting them decide who you become.
Put It in Motion
Feedback-direct or indirect-can help you decide: now, not right now, or this isn't for me.
Your Digital Identity Starts Before You Need It
Whether you’re graduating from school, starting a career or business, or starting a new chapter, it’s time to think differently about your digital presence.
Maybe We Don’t Need a Family Reunion
Sometimes, removing the pressure and simply giving family more reasons to get together is the best way to actually spend more time together.
Stop hoarding your gifts in your head
You can’t Google what you don’t know you need to know.