Info Diets, OG Content Creators, and 7-year Lifespans

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Sep 14, 2023

Julien Smith, CEO of Practice and bestselling author, shares his insights on entrepreneurship and self-development. He discusses the importance of an 'info diet' tailored for startups, highlighting effective content consumption. Julien also dives into the concept of thinking in seven-year increments, emphasizing its impact on personal growth. He illustrates how to play the long game in content creation and illustrates the power of building a meaningful personal brand, echoing the journeys of notable content creators.

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ADVICE

Absorb Culture Through Content

Absorb Silicon Valley culture through content like podcasts and Twitter.
This is cheaper than moving to San Francisco or New York.

INSIGHT

Networking's Importance

While content consumption is valuable, it doesn't replace networking.
Building a strong network provides access and opportunities unavailable remotely.

ANECDOTE

Julien Smith's Content Journey

Julien Smith built a popular blog and wrote bestselling books before becoming a tech CEO.
He then retreated from content creation but is now returning.

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