Posts tagged Writing
Building My Second Brain

In this post, I discuss my next project -- building a personalized "Second Brain". Drawing inspiration from productivity experts, David Allen and Tiago Forte, I outline my 15-year journey in personal productivity, from basic note-taking to sophisticated digital systems. I detail my experiences and explain why I'm now creating a custom solution using Notion.

The project aims to enhance information capture, expand my knowledge database, improve project management, and implement a segmented planning system. This endeavor reflects broader themes of adapting to information overload in the digital age, the importance of personalized productivity systems, and the continuous evolution of personal knowledge management techniques.

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Quitting with Purpose: Lessons from 'Grit' on Aligning Projects with Vision

In this post, I explain how reading "Grit" by Angela Duckworth led to the surprising decision to quit Solver School. I show why quitting can sometimes be the grittiest choice and how aligning projects with your top-level vision is crucial for long-term success. The post explores the balance between perseverance and strategic pivoting, offering insights on goal hierarchies, purpose-driven decision-making, and personal growth.

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