When I need to find a document on my computer, I navigate through folders rather than search for it. Even though search seems more efficient. For years, I assumed this was just habit or stubbornness. I believed newer technologies like desktop search and tagging systems would eventually replace my manual organization methods. According to research… Read More »The Science of Managing Our Digital Stuff (Summary)
Want to get better at anything faster? What if you could easily hack your brain to pick up new skills? You might think it takes natural talent or genius to master a craft, but the truth is that anyone can learn anything with the right approach. In “Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery“,… Read More »Get Better at Anything by Scott H. Young (Summary)
In today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world, focusing deeply and producing high-quality work has become increasingly uncommon and valuable. As someone who has spent years refining my own deep work abilities, I eagerly dove into Cal Newport’s book Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. The insights and strategies Newport presents align strongly with… Read More »Deep Work by Cal Newport (Summary)
Learning is deeper and more durable when it’s effortful. Learning that’s easy is like writing in sand, here today and gone tomorrow. (Make it stick) One of my favourite books about learning and study techniques is Make it Stick (2014) by Peter Brown, Henry Roediger and Mark McDaniel. It completely transformed my understanding of what… Read More »Make it stick – Book Summary
Scott P. Scheper discovered the power of the analogue Zettelkasten system after initially committing to a digital version. While reading the book “How to Take Smart Notes” by Sönke Ahrens, the author realized that an analogue Zettelkasten allowed one to communicate with their notes as if they were a communication partner, something missing from digital… Read More »Chapter Six – Analog – Antinet Zettelkasten (Summary)
“How to Take Smart Notes” by Sönke Ahrens explains the Zettelkasten method, a note-taking system created by German sociologist Niklas Luhmann. About the book The book introduces the Zettelkasten (“slip-box”) method, which enabled Niklas Luhmann to become one of the most productive and innovative social theorists of the last century. The book teaches us how… Read More »How to take smart notes [Summary]
Words have power. They can persuade, inspire and motivate. They can make or break a deal, a relationship or a career. But how do you know which words to use and when? How do you craft messages that resonate with your audience and achieve your goals? The book Magic Words by Jonah Berger takes a… Read More »Magic Words by Jonah Berger [Summary]
What is an Indexing system? An indexing system organises and accesses information in a database, a collection of documents, or your personal notes. Indexing systems can help you find information faster and more efficiently by creating a list of terms or keywords that point to the location of the information you need. Why do you… Read More »Indexing systems
One of author Scott P. Scheper’s main arguments throughout this book is that while there are many great digital solutions for notes- and knowledge management today, none of these solutions are good at the most important thing – thinking! For the best development of your thoughts and ideas, Scott believes that the best solution, the… Read More »Preface – Antinet Zettelkasten Summary
About the book The book Antinet Zettelkasten: A Knowledge System That Will Turn You Into a Prolific Reader, Researcher and Writer is essentially a guide that introduces you to the Zettelkasten method. This method is a powerful tool for knowledge management that can exponentially increase your ability to read, understand, retain, and implement complex information.… Read More »Antinet Zettelkasten – Summary