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Sam Altman

09/25/24

@ David Perell

Writing helps me clarify my thinking and communicate plans effectively to my team, often more powerfully than discussing them in meetings.

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Sam Altman – OpenAI Founder Reveals His Writing System

@ David Perell

Sam Altman – OpenAI Founder Reveals His Writing System

09/25/24

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Sam Altman

09/25/24

@ David Perell

Writing serves as a method for externalizing thoughts and organizing vague ideas, which helps clarify what I truly think.

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Sam Altman

09/25/24

@ David Perell

Writing is a powerful tool for externalized thinking; when faced with a difficult problem, I find that writing helps clarify my thoughts better than any other method.

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Sam Altman

09/25/24

@ David Perell

Writing is a tool for thinking clearly and getting to the essence of ideas, which is essential for effective communication in pitch meetings.

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Andrew Huberman

10/07/20

@ Lewis Howes

Writing can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and understanding, helping you articulate your thoughts and feelings more clearly.

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Sam Altman

09/25/24

@ David Perell

I believe that writing is less about the final product and more about the process of thinking and clarifying ideas, which is why I value it as a tool.

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Aditi Nerurkar

01/15/24

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Writing regularly helps you process emotions and move from the amygdala to the prefrontal cortex, allowing for better organization and expression of thoughts.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to communicate clearly with your board about what you want to achieve in meetings, as this helps guide the discussion effectively.

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Susan Cain

03/16/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Using techniques like 'brain writing' allows introverts to share their ideas without the pressure of speaking up in a crowded meeting, benefiting everyone involved.

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Jennifer Kim

04/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Providing clear communication and writing down expectations can significantly reduce confusion for new employees.