Brains

Writing Nonfiction with Wait But Why and David Perell

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Apr 6, 2022
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ADVICE

Speed Running for First Drafts

  • Employ the "speed running" technique to overcome procrastination by quickly creating a crappy first draft.
  • Focus on iterating from bad to good, as our brains excel at identifying areas for improvement in existing work.
ANECDOTE

Framing Analogy

  • David Perell uses the analogy of framing to illustrate the iterative writing process.
  • Starting with multiple options helps refine preferences and achieve a better end product.
ANECDOTE

Tim Urban's Hypothetical Campaign

  • Tim Urban explains how he would run a political campaign, focusing on clear policy explanations and open debates.
  • He prefers using his media platform to spread ideas, finding it less constrained than traditional politics.
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