The Importance of Writing in One's Natural Voice

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Successful writing is about maintaining a conversational tone, just like how you talk. It should feel natural and engaging. I find that writing in my own voice is the key to capturing my true essence on the page. So, when I'm working on essays rather than books, it becomes a more manageable task. And remember, a little bit of rage can bring out your best writing!

Marc Andreessen deserves a place on the Mount Rushmore of Silicon Valley. His presence in the tech space is unprecedented and he's one of the most prolific investors. The world of online writing is in debt to him.

He co-founded Netscape, where he created the first popular web browser. He invented the tweetstorm, and has helped form the internet. He coined the idea “software is eating the world”, which has defined humanity's evolution over the last decade.

Marc isn’t just a mad man creator. He’s a passionate historian and cultural critic too. Name the topic. Marc has an opinion.

This episode is a masterclass into a combination of tech and liberal arts in a way to fuel your writing. I came to chat with him about writing, but left with a PhD in obscure Silicon Valley history and a list of book recommendations large enough to fill The Library of Congress.

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