Complex Systems, Writing, Communication, Creative Schedules, Mountain Climbing
Welcome to another issue of The Anti-Newsletter by Read Something Great, where I send you an email once a month with links to 5 timeless articles.
Here 5 timeless articles I enjoyed this month
Dancoland, by Alex Danco: This is a multi-part series that explains complex systems in the simplest way possible. An absolute joy to read.
Why You Should Write, by David Perell: A short essay that makes a convincing case for writing as a magic bullet that can help you build your network, improve your thinking, and create opportunities for yourself.
We Don’t Sell Saddles Here, by Stewart Butterfield: A now-classic piece of business writing from the CEO of Slack, written when the product was still in its infancy.
Maker’s Schedule, Manager’s Schedule, by Paul Graham: This piece resonated with me more than I thought it would. It examines the contrasting structure of the lives of makers and managers. An enlightening read for anyone involved in creative work, or in the work of managing creative people.
Chaos at the Top of the World, by Joshua Hammer: A riveting piece that describes what it’s like to climb the world’s tallest mountain.
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