Embracing Imperfections in Writing

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The chapter emphasizes the value of imperfections and character in writing, drawing parallels to the concept of wabi-sabi in Japan. It discusses how embracing imperfections can enhance creative works and contrasts the idea of sterilizing writing to make it polished. The speakers delve into the importance of authenticity and humanity in writing amid the modern tools that promote precision and potential over-editing.

Get ready to swap everything you know about business-writing for an unconventional approach that actually works.

Basecamp CEO Jason Fried is one of the world’s most successful software entrepreneurs. And he’s unique for the way he challenges the tenets of Silicon Valley startups.

He’s bold like Bezos, but relaxed like Buffett. He cares less about “rising-and-grinding” and more about an honest 40-hour work week. He never white-knuckles his ideas, but shares them freely with the world. As a result, he’s transformed how Internet businesses are being built.

And it all starts with — you guessed it — getting his best ideas on the page.

His founder letters stand out (and they’re his favorite thing to write). Whenever he announces a new product, he releases a letter that does three things: builds a devoted fanbase, ramps up excitement, and sheds light on the purpose behind his products. And in this episode, you’ll learn exactly how he does it.

You’ll learn specific business-writing techniques: from storytelling to structure to word choice. You’ll learn how to find your flow, make writing easier, and use writing to start doing things in the world.

SPEAKER LINKS:

Website: https://world.hey.com/jason

Twitter: https://x.com/jasonfried

Medium: https://medium.com/@jasonfried

Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B002MQ13PQ

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