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E21 Josh Duffney: When Zettelkasten Notetaking In Obsidian Fails...
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Quick takeaways
- Over-organizing notes can hinder learning, focus on capturing main ideas instead.
- Shift to a project-focused approach to note-taking for improved learning.
- Creating a course as a project can be challenging and rewarding.
- Embrace the value of finding enjoyment in the process, rather than fixating on end results.
Deep dives
The Challenge of Over-Organizing
The speaker discusses their struggle with over-organizing their notes and trying to architect everything instead of focusing on the main ideas.
The Transition to a Project-Focused Approach
The speaker realizes the need to shift to a project-focused approach to note-taking and shares how it improved their learning experience.
Creating a Course as a Project
The speaker describes the process of creating a course on web development as a project, including the challenges and the rewarding experience of teaching others.
Developing Attention and Balancing Life
The speaker talks about the importance of reading and deliberate attention, as well as managing distractions and building a rhythm to balance work, personal life, and creative projects.
Using Daily Routines for Effective Productivity
This podcast episode explores the speaker's daily routine for productivity. The speaker explains that they would spend their mornings writing, followed by family time and revisiting their writing at night. They also discuss the importance of maintaining healthy habits and finding a middle ground in terms of workload. The speaker emphasizes the value of establishing rhythms and the ability to create your own rhythm based on the different phases of life.
The Potential of AI in Note-Taking and Creativity
The podcast episode dives into the potential of AI in note-taking and creativity. The speaker discusses their interest in automating tasks throughout their career and how AI can now automate cognitive tasks. They provide an example of an artist who uses AI to generate artwork and write rough drafts, highlighting the possibilities for creators. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI into note-taking tools and the ability to generate text, images, and relevant links.
Reflection: Was It All Worth It?
Towards the end of the podcast, the speaker reflects on whether their journey of note-taking and writing was worth it. They express that overall it was worth it, as it led to a healthier system, better habits, and improved consumption of information. The speaker mentions the ongoing goal of completing a book and the importance of pursuing meaningful creation. They also touch on the value of pivoting and embracing change in life and career trajectories.
The Power of Enjoying the Process
The podcast episode delves into the importance of enjoying the process rather than solely focusing on the end result. The speaker shares a mentor's advice about finding enjoyment in the journey, rather than fixating on achieving goals. They reflect on how they could have found more enjoyment in their 20s by appreciating the process of working towards their goals. This insight highlights the significance of finding contentment and happiness in the present moment and throughout the pursuit of aspirations.
Josh Duffney is a software engineer, writer, and speaker as well as the author of How to Take Smart Notes in Obsidian and Become Ansible. He records YouTube videos about technology, productivity, and personal knowledge management.
In this podcast, you will learn:
- Why the Zettelkasten notetaking system can fail...
- How to take dumb notes over smart notes
- How AI will change notetaking
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