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The Next Big Idea Daily

"Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results" by Shane Parrish

Nov 6, 2023
15:20
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Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and host of The Knowledge Project, shares insights on clear thinking. Highlights include the power of good positioning, the illusion of collective wisdom, self-accountability, and focusing on outcomes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Positioning oneself for success through consistent preparation leads to better results over time.
  • Creating automatic rules and intentional environments can help change behavior by replacing reliance on willpower with default behaviors.

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Positioning for Success

Shane Parrish explains the importance of positioning oneself for success. He emphasizes that being in a good position can make a significant difference in our performance and outcomes. He uses the example of a test where doing well depends not only on studying right before the test, but also on prior preparation such as getting enough sleep and eating healthily. Shane argues that consistent good positioning, achieved through preparation, can lead to better results over time.

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