Journey from Blogging to Publishing a Book

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The speaker started a blog in 2008 or 2009 while working for an intelligence agency, using an anonymous website due to restrictions on public profile. The website was named after a zip code and unit number to ensure privacy. The motivation behind the blog was to become the best in the world at what the speaker did, and to apply outside ideas in their environment.

In Part 2 of our conversation with Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and author of "Clear Thinking," you'll discover techniques that will help you think clearly and make better decisions. Shane walks us through his inspiring journey, from his initial days working for an intelligence agency to his exploration into the power of clear thinking. He shares captivating insights about his commitment to the dissemination of knowledge and the creation of The Knowledge Project.

Shifting gears, we discuss recent developments in the AI world, such as Sam Altman's surprising departure from Open AI and his new role at Microsoft. We ponder over the capricious nature of the tech landscape and the imperative need for adaptability. The conversation leads us to explore the concept of positioning and its impact on various life aspects.

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