Mustafa Torun

Engineer with 20+ years of experience, mentor, and curious human. I write about leadership, tech culture, and the messy, meaningful side of building things.

A quiet sunset over the sea, with Lime Kiln Point Lighthouse standing in silhouette—still and steady, like a memory that stays with you.

Leadership

Leading with Conviction, Listening with an Open Mind

A piece of feedback that reshaped how I think about conviction, consensus, and presence when you're the most senior person in the room.

Bust of Alexander Lyman Holley in a quiet corner of Washington Square Park. By: Can Pac Swire

Off the Pedestal: What We Leave Behind

A quiet statue. And a reflection on legacy, impact, and what we leave behind — the story that made me start this blog.