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Morgan Housel: How He Sold 4 Million Books
How I Write
Nobody Wants to Read Your Shit: Write for Yourself
Summary: Embrace the principle that "nobody wants to read your shit" to write concisely. Focus on what you enjoy, treat writing like a personal diary, and avoid fixating on the audience to overcome shyness and produce genuine work.
- 🔑 Key Insight: Write with the mindset that "nobody wants to read your shit." This forces conciseness and purpose in every word and sentence.
- ✍️ Write for Yourself: Focus on topics you enjoy. Write what you want to read. This builds confidence and authenticity, especially for new writers.
- 🤫 Overcome Shyness: Pretend your writing is a personal diary. This helps avoid excessive concern about the audience and fosters genuine expression.
- ⏩ Get to the Point: Clarify your message and deliver it quickly. Don't belabor points; transition swiftly between ideas.
- ✂️ Be Ruthless: Every word should be essential. Constantly ask, "Do I need this?" not "Is this good?" Cut anything that doesn't serve a clear purpose.
- 💡 If you're engaged, your audience might be too: Write with fearless abandon, prioritizing your authentic voice and message.
Key Takeaway: Write what you want to read; if you're engaged, your audience might be too. Write with fearless abandon, prioritizing your authentic voice and message. Let your inner self guide your words, then release them into the world without hesitation.
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