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Tiago Forte: A Guide to Productive Writing | How I Write Podcast

Jan 10, 2024

Tiago Forte, bestselling author and productivity expert, discusses the challenges of writing a book, overcoming writer's block, progressive summarization for efficient writing, the value of an annual review, and the importance of curation in writing and learning.

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Tiago Forte

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Quick takeaways

The importance of editing and testing ideas publicly in the writing process.

The significance of creating and maintaining a second brain for personal productivity and organization.

The influence of James Michener's writing style and immersive research, as well as the connection between manufacturing and creativity in the creative process.

Deep dives

Writing Process and Editing

The speaker discusses the importance of editing in the writing process and shares insights on the editing process, including the need to test ideas publicly. The podcast also explores the editing process of Francis Ford Coppola in creating his iconic film, The Godfather.

Overcoming Creative Blocks

03:46

Ribbon Farm Residence Project on the Speaker's Writing Career

02:20

Optimizing Annual Review

00:51

Value of Summaries and Uniting Manufacturing and Creativity

03:31

Introduction

2min

The Challenges of Writing a Book

4min

The Influence of the Speaker's Dad

6min

Overcoming Challenges in Writing and Editing

19min

Progressive Summarization and Efficient Writing

18min

The Value of an Annual Review and Making Hard Decisions

4min

The Importance of Curation in Writing and Learning

10min

Tiago grew up reading in Barnes and Noble — up to six hours at a time! Now, his bestselling book, Building a Second Brain, is the perfect combination of his favorite genres: self-development, business, and tech. Come learn how Tiago has helped thousands of people unlock their creative potential.

SPEAKER LINKS:

Website: https://fortelabs.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TiagoForte

Twitter: https://twitter.com/fortelabs

Blog: https://fortelabs.com/blog/

Book: https://www.buildingasecondbrain.com/book

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