

Positioning for Success: Clear Thinking with Shane Parrish (Founder of Farnam Street, Author, and Podcast Host)
52 snips Oct 12, 2023
Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and podcast host, talks about his journey to improve clear thinking and decision making. He breaks down clear thinking into actionable steps, discusses the 13 sources of advantage, and emphasizes talent curation for team expansion. Topics also include thinking independently, mental models, and the power of positioning.
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Farnam Street Origin
- Shane Parrish started Farnam Street as a personal learning journal after 9/11.
- It evolved into a popular blog and newsletter on decision-making and clear thinking.
Learning Loop
- Effective learning involves a "learning loop": experience, reflection, abstraction, and action.
- Most people skip the crucial reflection phase, hindering true learning.
Focus on Timeless Knowledge
- Focus on timeless knowledge that remains relevant over time.
- Filter out low-quality information to improve thinking.