First Step.

“Should I really start a blog?” This question has crossed my mind countless times over the past three or four years. Each time, I found reasons to hold back:

• Who would care to read what I have to say? Am I writing for myself? After all, I’m just an ordinary person!

• With the immense popularity of YouTube videos, podcasts, and social media, does blogging even hold any relevance anymore?

• How often should I post? Should I establish a regular schedule for my entries?

Amidst all this uncertainty, one thing became clear: I needed to define what I would write about—and, perhaps more importantly, what I wouldn’t. I don’t want my blog to be solely about my tech tinkering adventures, malware analyses, or guides on investing or product management. I’m not interested in confining myself to a specific niche. While I do want to share anecdotes and experiences from my work in cybersecurity and incident response, I don’t intend for this space to be exclusively about security engineering or product development.

As I pondered these questions over the years, I realized that writing—whether it’s expressing an opinion or sharing insights—offers a different experience than creating a video or posting a tweet. While video content is engaging, the act of writing and reading is irreplaceable. Sometimes, simplicity is powerful. Blogging does make sense!

Another important realization is that I shouldn’t blog for the sake of popularity. While a social media post may have the potential for massive reach compared to a blog entry, it might not be the best medium for conveying my thoughts. A tweet or a story can be a fantastic way to express oneself, but a blog is different. For many, choosing to read a blog is a deliberate decision, rather than a recommendation or influence from an algorithm. This distinction is significant. Ultimately, it’s not about how often I post; it’s about the substance of what I share.

Through this blog, I aim to share my perspectives and learnings on technology, business and finance, and life in general. I’m taking the first step in that direction with this post! :)