How to switch from Notion to Roam Research
Switching from Notion to Roam? Read this tutorial to understand what it entails and read our step-by-step guide for a smooth transition.
How to switch from Roam Research to Obsidian
If you are considering switching from Roam to Obsidian, read this tutorial to explore key considerations and follow a step-by-step guide.
Planning your intentions and ambitions with Ashutosh Priyadarshy, founder of Sunsama
Ashutosh Priyadarshy, founder of Sunsama, talks about the power of consistent intentions, how a concrete plan can support your long-term ambitions, their no-shame approach to late tasks, how to achieve our goals by trying to do less everyday, and more.
The false compromise fallacy: why the middle ground is not always the best
Picture this: you are having a debate with a colleague regarding the best next steps for a complex project. You both have been presenting your arguments, the tone is friendly, but you cannot seem to agree on the best way forward. So you decide to find a middle ground. Sounds reasonable enough, right? Well, it’s … Read More
Self-organized knowledge management with George Levin, CEO of Hints
In this interview, we talked about the biggest challenges faced by knowledge workers, why complex systems tend to fail, the importance of revisiting your knowledge to consolidate it, the power of self-organizing your notes, and more.
The dangers of apophenia: not everything happens for a reason
Humans love patterns. Sometimes that’s helpful, but other times… Not so much. Apophenia is the common tendency to detect patterns that do not exist. Also known as “patternicity”, apophenia occurs when we try to make predictions, or seek answers, based on unrelated events. Apophenia can lead to poor decision-making. For instance, many people choose their … Read More
Control your time to free your mind with Nunzio Martinello, founder of Akiflow
In this interview, we talked about the power of building a single source of truth for your productivity and time management workflows, how to deal with large amounts of incoming information, how to protect your time and avoid distractions by blocking “focus mode” sessions in your calendar, and more.
Weak arguments and how to spot them
We consume an inordinate amount of information, whether it’s blog posts, podcasts, social media content, online videos — a constant stream of data and claims we need to process and assess. When you are pressed for time, how can you quickly tell the difference between a strong argument and a weak argument, and why does … Read More
The psychology of negative thinking
Of course, we all have negative thoughts from time to time. After all, our thought processes are affected by what we experience around us, and it’s normal to experience both good and bad times. However, when negative thinking becomes the norm, it can contribute to mental health problems including social anxiety, low self-esteem, and even … Read More
The TEA framework of productivity: managing your time, energy, and attention
A few weeks ago, I was having dinner with fellow founders, and I learned about a productivity method that’s deceptively simple but incredibly powerful: the TEA framework, which stands for time, energy, and attention. This approach feels appealing because it is rooted in essential human principles, rather than creating the artificial need for a complex … Read More