From d20656bdd637bd1785da307e1904649386a10bdd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Trent Robbins Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2024 16:25:12 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Create be_more_agentic.md --- docs/digests/be_more_agentic.md | 46 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 46 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/digests/be_more_agentic.md diff --git a/docs/digests/be_more_agentic.md b/docs/digests/be_more_agentic.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..8b8e7522 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/digests/be_more_agentic.md @@ -0,0 +1,46 @@ +# How to be More Agentic - by Cate Hall + +[https://usefulfictions.substack.com/p/how-to-be-more-agentic](https://usefulfictions.substack.com/p/how-to-be-more-agentic) + +I asked GPT-4 to summarize the article in an outline, then to make each line actionable. + +## 1. Introduction +- Develop agency as a learned trait. +- Achieve personal accomplishments by increasing agency. + +## 2. Finding Real Edges +- Adopt the concept of radical agency. +- Utilize personal experiences, like in poker, to find unique advantages. + +## 3. Court Rejection +- Regularly ask for unreasonable things to build resilience. +- Learn from rejection without associating it with negative emotions. +- Implement bold strategies, like pitching via email, to challenge norms. + +## 4. Seek Real Feedback +- Actively seek and value honest, anonymous feedback. +- Explore various methods to obtain critical feedback. +- Handle feedback constructively based on personal experiences. + +## 5. Increase Surface Area for Luck +- Network and meet people in related fields actively. +- Embrace the unpredictability of the usefulness of new connections. +- Seek opportunities for collaborations that might seem serendipitous. + +## 6. Assume Everything is Learnable +- Adopt the mindset that traits and skills are malleable. +- Embrace the journey of learning agency. +- Expand learning to include traits like charisma. + +## 7. Learn to Love the Moat of Low Status +- Embrace learning periods and low expertise as opportunities. +- Analyze personal experiences, like mistakes in poker, for growth. + +## 8. Don’t Work Too Hard +- Avoid overworking and the risk of burnout. +- Develop personal strategies for maintaining creativity and work-life balance. +- Set clear boundaries for work and personal time. + +## 9. Conclusion +- Recognize and enhance agency as a crucial life skill. +- Motivate oneself to continuously learn and apply principles of agency.