Daojoan

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

"Motivational" influencers claiming depression and anxiety issues aren't real are like flat earthers.

You don't need to debunk either.

Their bullshit claims speak for themselves.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Developing a thesis: Short-form, social native news is the opportunity.

Single-post length, platform-native news coverage is the sweet spot.

Social apps want to keep users engaged and on-platform, readers crave bite-sized news, and human curation is key. Zero infrastructure costs. Monetised through sponsors.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Ideas are worth nothing when you keep them secret.

Ideas are worth gold when you share them, shout about them and inspire folks.

There's value in being passionate about sharing your ideas. Giving them away. Building an entire brand around your thinking.

Be an Ideas Guy.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

The uncomfortable truth is that there have been far too many instances where experts and authorities have failed or misled the public.

From the faulty intelligence leading up to the Iraq War to the opioid epidemic fueled by pharmaceutical companies and complicit medical and government professionals, there are real-world examples of expertise being misused or corrupted by ulterior motives.

https://medium.com/westenberg/how-to-fix-the-backlash-against-knowledge-f5dfa9e4f43c

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Live a traditional life.

Live like your ancestors.

Die of dysentery.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Every time we say yes to something we don’t want or need to do, we’re saying no to something else.

We're saying no to time for ourselves, no to our true passions, no to our kids, no to our partners, no to space to breathe and just be.

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/audit-your-obligations

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

We like to think we’re free.

Don’t we?

Free to choose our path, pursue our dreams, and be who we want to be.

But for most of us, that freedom is an illusion.

We’re so tied up in the shit that we don’t want to do, the shit we trapped ourselves into, that our freedom is long gone.

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/audit-your-obligations

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Promote and Engage with Crowdfunding for Social Causes: Support crowdfunding initiatives focusing on social, environmental, or community-based projects.

Read more 🍕 https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/how-to-quit-capitalism

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

9 times out of 10, "why isn't the media more objective" means "why doesn't the media agree with me"

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Social media, in its current form, isn't designed for curiosity. It's designed for engagement, often reinforcing what we already believe.

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/curiosity-is-a-choice

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

You are not a storm-tossed ship, helplessly drifting on the waves of circumstance.

You are the ocean itself, with depths of strength and resilience.

And you are indirectly, personally responsible for the sinking of the Titanic.

Nice work, asshole.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Techradar is either using undisclosed AI generated content with little editorial oversight, or their team is somehow unaware that mobile phones can in fact already run games with 3D graphics

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Broadly speaking, I am very happy to be friends - even close friends - with people who I don't agree or align with politically.

But I don't spend time with assholes.

And yes - there is a distinction.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

The next time you're tempted to snap a photo of someone else's creation and call it a day, ask yourself: what can I create today? What perspective, skill, or idea can I contribute to the world?

You might be surprised at what you're capable of when you push yourself to create rather than curate.

Remember: the world doesn't need more “content.” It needs more creativity.

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/content-or-creation

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

The world doesn't need more conformists and yes-men. It needs more leaders unafraid to march to the sound of their own drum. More innovators determined to do work that matters rather than what's safe and expected.

Will you dare to dance alone?

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/leadership-and-the-art-of-dancing-alone

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

I sat down with Coach Tony, the CEO of @medium, to discuss the platform's mission to elevate authentic voices and why it won't allow AI-generated content.

I hope you read it!

https://joanwestenberg.medium.com/inside-mediums-mission-to-elevate-authentic-voices-a-q-a-with-ceo-tony-stubblebine-233b24e9415e

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Given these substantial risks, internet access demands robust government intervention, regulation, and direct public provision.

Read more 🍕 https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/b1yrhi9kgm2ov15djytwh14xnvfzjl

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

Universality is the hallmark of platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, which have thrived by positioning themselves as neutral tools rather than ideologically charged spaces.

Read more 🍕 https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/the-everything-app-has-to-work-for-everyone

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

The traditional gatekeepers are losing their grip on power.

The barriers to entry are crumbling.

The power is in the hands of the creators.

https://joanwestenberg.medium.com/the-new-diy-c2be82ae3cd0

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

I’ve been thinking a lot about Metrics I Control.

Here’s today’s

• 6,000 words published
• 3 hours of focused time
• 50 1:1 outreach emails and DMs sent

As long as I’m moving the needle on the metrics I can independently control, I’m doing ok.

Daojoan, 1 month ago to random

The state of AI in 2024 is the inevitable outcome of tech's relentless drive for growth.

Its influence now reaches healthcare, education, manufacturing, and beyond.

To be fair, anyone with a sliver of objectivity can see that it offers compelling opportunities for efficiency, personalisation, and innovative problem-solving.

But these rapid, sweeping, and frequently hastily conceived changes won't come without their troubles.

https://joanwestenberg.com/blog/ai-in-2024-a-brief-state-of-play