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Ezra Klein

05/28/25

@ David Perell

Writing a book reveals gaps in your knowledge; it forces you to confront what you thought you knew but didn't. Communication should be looser and more open than writing, which is a technology of rigor that requires deeper engagement.

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Meet the Founder of Vox, NYT Journalist — Ezra Klein

@ David Perell

Meet the Founder of Vox, NYT Journalist — Ezra Klein

05/28/25

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Ezra Klein

05/28/25

@ David Perell

In conversation, I can glide past gaps in my knowledge, but in writing, I can't hide from the rigor required to address those gaps.

Seth Godin

10/30/24

@ Chase Jarvis

Writing a book is a long process, often starting with a burst of inspiration followed by a year of hard work. I write to spark conversations and signal that this is a serious document, not just a blog post or video.

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.

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.

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.

Ezra Klein

05/28/25

@ David Perell

Writing often pressures authors to present a definitive answer, which can lead to over-persuasion of oneself and a lack of uncertainty.

Ezra Klein

05/28/25

@ David Perell

It's challenging for writers to express uncertainty without feeling the need to resolve it prematurely, which can limit the depth of exploration.

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.

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.