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Don't Let Good Ideas Get Away
I have index cards and pens all over the house—by the bed, in the bathroom, in the kitchen, by the phones, and I have them in the glove compartment of my car. I carry one with me in my back pocket when I take my dog for a walk. In fact, I carry it folded lengthwise, if you need to know, so that, God forbid, I won’t look bulky. You may want to consi
... See moreAnne Lamott • Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life
The collection of good ideas is diluted to insignificance by all the other notes, which are only relevant for a specific project or actually not that good on second sight.
Sönke Ahrens • How to Take Smart Notes: One Simple Technique to Boost Writing, Learning and Thinking
I should just write down and publish all of the best ideas I’ve ever had, as quickly and casually as I can, in succession.
Justin Murphy • On Idea Hoarding
Whenever someone had a great idea that we had to table for the moment—an improvement to the product or the organization—I’d write it down.
Tony Fadell • Build: An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making
You need your own burglar bag: a collection of meaningful, productive things to do when you find yourself able to steal some time. This can consist of digital projects that live on your phone or physical objects you carry with you at all times.