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The Tim Ferriss Show

#728: Seth Godin — Coaching Tim on Overcoming Resistance, Lessons from Isaac Asimov, Writing Secrets After 8,500+ Daily Blog Posts, The Dangers of Authenticity, Practices for Consistency, and Much More

Mar 19, 2024
Seth Godin, a renowned author of 21 international bestsellers and a leading marketing blogger, discusses overcoming creative resistance. He shares insights on writing provocatively and the significance of clarity in blogging. Godin reflects on his collaboration with Isaac Asimov, emphasizing the power of decision-making. He also touches on the balance between simplicity and complexity in storytelling and offers practices for maintaining consistency in writing. Along the way, he provokes thought on authenticity and the ongoing journey of personal growth.
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Seth Godin

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Quick takeaways

  • Consistent writing instills discipline and reliable content delivery.
  • Defining a specific genre builds trust with a dedicated audience.

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Benefits of Writing Consistently

Consistent writing helps in decluttering the noise in one's head, ensuring that writing continues consistently without the need to reconsider its quality every day. The act of writing daily, regardless of readership, instills discipline and creates a sense of reliable content delivery, maintaining a specific lane in the writer's creative pursuits.

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