I agree with every word. Three things I want to echo:
#1. Noticing is absolutely a skill. It takes real effort to learn how to notice.
#2. I strongly relate to your point that we do not need that much input. Ami Vora, VP at Meta, mentioned in an interview that our brain is more like a small “brontosaurus brain.” We can only hold a few facts at once, so it is unrealistic to go deep on everything that crosses our desk.
#3. For creative writing, I built an automation workflow that syncs my Substack Notes to Notion every month. Then I intentionally search for questions and posts on Substack and respond using my previous thoughts and replies. It is a way to train my “memory muscles.” I have found it surprisingly helpful for my creative writing as well.
I love your point about noticing, or where to direct your attention. Or even noticing where our attention is being directed toward (i.e. invasive advertising, addictive social media, etc.). Noticing our own noticing is powerful.
It’s a great reminder that true creativity only begins when we stop constantly “optimizing” ourselves and give ourselves space for boredom, reflection, and observing the world.
What really resonated with me was that the best ideas for offerings and content don’t come from yet another course, but from life, which is why I’m now incorporating more intentional silence and experimentation into my strategy, rather than just cramming in more tasks.
Great list! I've also been struggling to lock in recently. I have a lot to do but I can never get the momentum going. Going for walks and putting my phone on dnd helps a lot. Working out has also given me an extra boost.
I find your writing extremely inspiring. I first came across your YouTube channel, and while I always enjoyed writing, your words rekindled my interest and sparked a new passion - and now I'm committed to making this work!
Its an amazing feeling to discover the thing you want to do. (Why did it take so long?) I still don't love my content but I can sense the progress - and that's a good thing.
Based on your recommendations I read Naval and "Flow", both great reads, but Naval is truly inspiring. Sorry for the length, I only wanted to say thank you, your work really does make a difference.
I liked the point that creativity probably dies less from lack of ideas and more from too much interference. Not every dry spell means you have nothing to say. Sometimes it just means there’s been no space to actually hear yourself think.
Dude, SaaS businesses require a different setup than a creator business. The “niche of one” approach doesn’t work the way it’s meant to here. Also, in my personal experience, AI harms my intuition and inspiration—the sense of the true self. That’s why I’m cutting AI from my workflow and prefer to work with my developer friends to build my B2B SaaS.
And I must say Dan, I think, here is the end of my journey with you. I learned a lot from you and im thankful. Just I decided for another path, a path which is aligned more with my true self and calling.
I agree with every word. Three things I want to echo:
#1. Noticing is absolutely a skill. It takes real effort to learn how to notice.
#2. I strongly relate to your point that we do not need that much input. Ami Vora, VP at Meta, mentioned in an interview that our brain is more like a small “brontosaurus brain.” We can only hold a few facts at once, so it is unrealistic to go deep on everything that crosses our desk.
#3. For creative writing, I built an automation workflow that syncs my Substack Notes to Notion every month. Then I intentionally search for questions and posts on Substack and respond using my previous thoughts and replies. It is a way to train my “memory muscles.” I have found it surprisingly helpful for my creative writing as well.
I love your point about noticing, or where to direct your attention. Or even noticing where our attention is being directed toward (i.e. invasive advertising, addictive social media, etc.). Noticing our own noticing is powerful.
I can’t even listen to podcasts at the moment; peace to think is nice. I love this list.
It’s a great reminder that true creativity only begins when we stop constantly “optimizing” ourselves and give ourselves space for boredom, reflection, and observing the world.
What really resonated with me was that the best ideas for offerings and content don’t come from yet another course, but from life, which is why I’m now incorporating more intentional silence and experimentation into my strategy, rather than just cramming in more tasks.
Thanks Dan.
Great list! I've also been struggling to lock in recently. I have a lot to do but I can never get the momentum going. Going for walks and putting my phone on dnd helps a lot. Working out has also given me an extra boost.
I find your writing extremely inspiring. I first came across your YouTube channel, and while I always enjoyed writing, your words rekindled my interest and sparked a new passion - and now I'm committed to making this work!
Its an amazing feeling to discover the thing you want to do. (Why did it take so long?) I still don't love my content but I can sense the progress - and that's a good thing.
Based on your recommendations I read Naval and "Flow", both great reads, but Naval is truly inspiring. Sorry for the length, I only wanted to say thank you, your work really does make a difference.
A clear mind produces clear results. Eliminate the noise in your life and you clear the pathway toward your purpose. Here's how: https://letsgetclearhq.substack.com/p/this-is-all-of-us?r=73srwp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
“What makes a project worth creating?” — this whole section helped spur the next article I want to write.
I’ve been feeling this exact way, thank you!
I liked the point that creativity probably dies less from lack of ideas and more from too much interference. Not every dry spell means you have nothing to say. Sometimes it just means there’s been no space to actually hear yourself think.
Oh yeah
Another road map to mastery
Well I'll always read when I can
I find Dan Koe words helpful
Dude, SaaS businesses require a different setup than a creator business. The “niche of one” approach doesn’t work the way it’s meant to here. Also, in my personal experience, AI harms my intuition and inspiration—the sense of the true self. That’s why I’m cutting AI from my workflow and prefer to work with my developer friends to build my B2B SaaS.
And I must say Dan, I think, here is the end of my journey with you. I learned a lot from you and im thankful. Just I decided for another path, a path which is aligned more with my true self and calling.