About Me

The Short Version

I’m a programmer turned entrepreneur turned writer who’s been building things on the internet since the late 90s. Currently splitting time between Portugal and Vietnam, developing iOS apps, and writing about productivity, mindfulness, and the human side of technology.

My latest creation is addTaskManager, an iOS productivity app born from years of GTD frustration and designed for minds that think in networks, not lists.

The Journey

From Communist Romania to Digital Freedom

Born in Râmnicu Vâlcea, Romania (yes, the infamous “Hackerville”), I started programming on Z80 processors in 1987 – while still under Ceausescu’s regime. Survived the Romanian Revolution during military service, graduated with a degree in Letters, and spent 7 years as a radio anchor before returning to tech.

Building and Exiting

In 1999, I founded my first company and spent 9 years building 21 web portals, with 2 becoming market leaders in Romania. Sold the company in 2008, just weeks before Lehman Brothers collapsed. Lost almost everything in real estate. Started this blog.

Sometimes the best things come from the worst moments.

The Digital Nomad Years

Since 2014, I’ve been location independent, living and working across:

• Europe: Romania, United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal
• Asia: Thailand, Bali, South Korea, Vietnam
• Everywhere else: Following conferences, communities, and coffee shops

Current Focus

• Building: addTaskManager (iOS/macOS) – productivity tools for ADHD minds
• Writing: 1M+ words on this blog about productivity, personal development, and life design
• Exploring: AI applications in productivity, financial resilience, mindful technology use

Recognition & Reach

• Author of 10+ books including “100 Ways To Live A Better Life” (translated into Korean)
• Top 100 Personal Development Blogs – Start Of Happiness (2014-2017)
• Featured on Inspiring Entrepreneurs podcast (twice): The Art of Changing Your Life as a Digital Entrepreneur
• Guest contributor at Lifehack.org, and various tech publications

The Philosophy

After 20+ years in tech and business, I believe:

• Systems should adapt to how we think, not force us into boxes
• Productivity is personal – what works for me might not work for you
• Technology should enhance humanity, not replace it
• Life’s too short for boring work or toxic productivity

Beyond the Keyboard

• Runner since 40 – Multiple marathons and ultramarathons completed, including 220 km UltraBalaton
• Coffee enthusiast – Always searching for the perfect espresso
• Mindfulness practitioner – Because even productivity geeks need to slow down
• Father – Teaching the next generation to question everything

Connect

Find me on Twitter, Medium, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Or better yet, grab a coffee if you’re ever in Lisbon or Saigon.

“Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Unless you’re actually sprinting. Then it’s
definitely a sprint.”