Short Read: “How To Do Great Work” by Paul Graham | Episode #168
Outliers with Daniel Scrivner: Explore the Greatest Innovators, Founders, and Investors
Chase outlier ideas with expertise
To identify gaps and explore promising ideas, one should boldly chase outlier ideas that excite them, especially if others are not interested. By having enough expertise to pinpoint what others are overlooking, it increases the likelihood of finding success. Understanding overlooked possibilities and articulating them better than others leads to a deep comprehension of the subject. This approach sets a high standard but provides a solid foundation for success in any field. The key steps involve choosing a field, gaining expertise up to the frontier, noticing gaps, and exploring promising ideas by working diligently towards achieving greatness.
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