The Greg McKeown Podcast 253. Clear Thinking with Shane Parrish (Part 2)
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Dec 7, 2023 
Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and author of 'Clear Thinking', shares his fascinating journey from intelligence work to promoting informed decision-making. He dives into the significance of mental models and their role in clear thinking. The talk also touches on recent tech upheavals, including Sam Altman's shift from OpenAI to Microsoft, emphasizing adaptability in a chaotic landscape. Shane stresses the importance of positioning in decision-making and reflects on how diverse perspectives shape our understanding of the world.
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Anonymous Blog's Rise
- Shane Parrish started an anonymous blog about decision-making while working for an intelligence agency.
- It gained popularity unexpectedly, eventually leading to his public identification by the New York Times.
High-Leverage Readers
- People on Wall Street, professional sports, and in Silicon Valley read Farnam Street for a slight edge.
- These high-leverage decision-makers benefit disproportionately from even small improvements in thinking.
Farnam Street's Name
- Farnam Street is named after the street where Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger built Berkshire Hathaway.
- It's a tribute to their influence on Parrish's understanding of decision-making and business.
