About Essays & Reflections

I started Essays & Reflections to give myself a place for thinking about how we decide, influence others, and live with our values. The short essays here draw on my experiences in research, leadership, teaching, and creativity.

What you’ll find here

• Essays on decision-making, leadership, and influence

• Reflections on values, responsibility, and judgment in practice

• Writing about other things that catch my interest and occupy my mind

A note on music

Alongside the essays, I sometimes share brief updates related to music—shows, recordings, or creative work. These appear as occasional side posts or Notes. If y’all make it down to Austin, I’d love to see you at a show.

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About the author

I’m Dave Yeats. My background spans UX research, organizational leadership, teaching, and music. I’m interested in how people and organizations actually make decisions—and how we live with the consequences of those choices.