Stop Tweaking Your Tools and Start Actually Using Them - How Perfectionism is Killing Your Productivity
Discover why your endless tool customization is actually procrastination in disguise, and how to break free from the tweaking trap.
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Everyone Told Me This Reading Method Was Wrong. Now I Read 3X More Books and Never Get Bored
Discover why reading multiple books in parallel isn't cheating. It's the "secret" to deeper understanding, better retention, and falling in love with reading again.
10 Essential Knowledge Management Methods Every Professional Should Master
Stop drowning in information. Transform scattered thoughts into organized knowledge with these 10 proven methods
The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Knowledge Management - What You're Missing Out On
Knowledge Management isn't just more work—it's a practice that can 10-100x your focus, output, and understanding. Discover what you're missing.
Beyond Note-Taking - Creating a Playground for Your Mind
Discover how a Personal Knowledge Management system creates a dedicated playground for your mind – a space where ideas flourish, connections form, and your thinking reaches new heights
It's a Tool, Not a Goal - Why Your PKM System Should Stay Simple
Stop wasting time perfecting your PKM setup. Learn why focusing on habits first leads to better results, and how to build an effective system incrementally.
Personal Knowledge Management
10 Essential Knowledge Management Methods Every Professional Should Master
Stop drowning in information. Transform scattered thoughts into organized knowledge with these 10 proven methods
The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Knowledge Management - What You're Missing Out On
Knowledge Management isn't just more work—it's a practice that can 10-100x your focus, output, and understanding. Discover what you're missing.
It's a Tool, Not a Goal - Why Your PKM System Should Stay Simple
Stop wasting time perfecting your PKM setup. Learn why focusing on habits first leads to better results, and how to build an effective system incrementally.
Personal Knowledge Management at Scale - Analyzing 8,000 Notes and 64,000 Links
A deep dive into the technical implementation and analysis of my Personal Knowledge Management system containing 8,000 notes and 64,000 links, exploring its architecture, key principles, automation and impact.
The Knowledge Funnel - From Capture to Connected Notes
Transform your scattered notes into valuable, connected knowledge with this systematic approach to knowledge ingestion. Learn how to effectively process both analog and digital inputs into your PKM system.
Streamline Your Note-Taking - Why Daily Notes Should Be Your Capture System
Transform your note-taking workflow by using daily notes as your primary capture system. Learn how to maintain focus, save time, and create better connections between your ideas
Obsidian
Personal Knowledge Management at Scale - Analyzing 8,000 Notes and 64,000 Links
A deep dive into the technical implementation and analysis of my Personal Knowledge Management system containing 8,000 notes and 64,000 links, exploring its architecture, key principles, automation and impact.
Supercharge Your Knowledge Capture Workflow with the Obsidian Web Clipper
Stop juggling multiple tools and supercharge your knowledge capture workflow with Obsidian's powerful Web Clipper browser extension
Why Obsidian is All You Need - From Simple Notes to Complete Productivity
Discover why Obsidian isn't just another note-taking app, but a complete system for managing your knowledge, tasks, projects, and digital life.
The Must-Have Obsidian plugins for 2025
An overview of the best Obsidian plugins. Make sure to read this and try these out!
Advice for people getting started with Knowledge Management and Writing
Many people quickly become overwhelmed when they get started with note-taking and knowledge management. Here's how to avoid that.
DeveloPassion's Newsletter #174 - Aftermath
Edition 174 of my newsletter, discussing Knowledge Management, Knowledge Work, Zen Productivity, Personal Organization, and more!
Knowledge Work
10 Essential Knowledge Management Methods Every Professional Should Master
Stop drowning in information. Transform scattered thoughts into organized knowledge with these 10 proven methods
The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Knowledge Management - What You're Missing Out On
Knowledge Management isn't just more work—it's a practice that can 10-100x your focus, output, and understanding. Discover what you're missing.
Personal Knowledge Management at Scale - Analyzing 8,000 Notes and 64,000 Links
A deep dive into the technical implementation and analysis of my Personal Knowledge Management system containing 8,000 notes and 64,000 links, exploring its architecture, key principles, automation and impact.
How to Choose the Right Tools for Your PKM System
Learn how to choose the right Personal Knowledge Management tools without getting lost in endless options and features. A practical guide focused on what really matters.
Streamline Your Note-Taking - Why Daily Notes Should Be Your Capture System
Transform your note-taking workflow by using daily notes as your primary capture system. Learn how to maintain focus, save time, and create better connections between your ideas
Deep Thinking in a Fast World - The Case for Asynchronous Communication
Discover how embracing asynchronous communication can transform slow thinking from a perceived weakness into a professional strength, leading to deeper insights and better workplace contributions.
AI
DeveloPassion's Newsletter #175 - FLUX.1
Edition 175 of my newsletter, discussing Knowledge Management, Knowledge Work, Zen Productivity, Personal Organization, and more!
How to Prepare for the Future of Knowledge Work
Large Language Models are here to stay, and they might change everything. How can we prepare for the future of knowledge work?
It's Great to Participate in the Transformation (GPT)
Conversational AIs are here to stay. Learn how to use those to remain relevant
Productivity
Stop Tweaking Your Tools and Start Actually Using Them - How Perfectionism is Killing Your Productivity
Discover why your endless tool customization is actually procrastination in disguise, and how to break free from the tweaking trap.
Why Obsidian is All You Need - From Simple Notes to Complete Productivity
Discover why Obsidian isn't just another note-taking app, but a complete system for managing your knowledge, tasks, projects, and digital life.
Overcoming Perfectionism: How to Break Free from the Enemy of Progress
Discover how perfectionism hinders progress and learn practical strategies to overcome the fear of imperfection, boost productivity, and achieve your goals without getting stuck in the pursuit of flawlessness
Your habits and routines make you
Discover how your daily habits and routines shape your identity, success, and overall life outcomes.
The Power of Modern Knowledge Management for Business Professionals
Unlock your business potential with cutting-edge knowledge management strategies for enhanced productivity and decision-making
Pick a tool, and stick with it
Stop chasing the perfect tool—embrace the one that works well enough, use it for long enough, and focus on mastering it
Learning
Everyone Told Me This Reading Method Was Wrong. Now I Read 3X More Books and Never Get Bored
Discover why reading multiple books in parallel isn't cheating. It's the "secret" to deeper understanding, better retention, and falling in love with reading again.
10 Essential Knowledge Management Methods Every Professional Should Master
Stop drowning in information. Transform scattered thoughts into organized knowledge with these 10 proven methods
The Power of Modern Knowledge Management for Business Professionals
Unlock your business potential with cutting-edge knowledge management strategies for enhanced productivity and decision-making
Interleaving books
Here's why you should read multiple books at once.
How To Free Your Mind and Enhance Your Memory: Write To Forget, Not To Remember
Write more. Free your mind, and reduce cognitive load. Learn why writing to forget can help you remember what truly matters. Explore the benefits and techniques of building a personal knowledge base.
You Need a Fourth Place: A Space to Think
You need a place for deep thinking, a personal "sanctuary". A Fourth place. Here's why.
Personal Development
Your habits and routines make you
Discover how your daily habits and routines shape your identity, success, and overall life outcomes.
You Need a Fourth Place: A Space to Think
You need a place for deep thinking, a personal "sanctuary". A Fourth place. Here's why.
Closing Open Loops: The Key to a Calmer, More Productive Mind
Unlocking Mental Clarity and Peak Productivity by Mastering the Art of Closing Open Loops
On the Importance of Writing
Writing is an essential skill to develop if you want to reach “the next level” in your Knowledge Work career. Here's why.
The Crucial Role of Setting and Pursuing Goals
Clarity is not only about values, but also about knowing what your goals are. In this article, I want to explore the reasons why setting and pursuing goals is essential for personal and professional success.
How to fight against inertia to change the world
Changing the world requires knowing how to fight against inertia in all its shapes and forms. Here's how.
Mental Health
How I Organize My Work As a Solo Founder
Discover how I organize my work as a solo founder using systems that boost productivity, focus, maintain balance, and help me achieve mental clarity and consistent progress.
You Need a Fourth Place: A Space to Think
You need a place for deep thinking, a personal "sanctuary". A Fourth place. Here's why.
Closing Open Loops: The Key to a Calmer, More Productive Mind
Unlocking Mental Clarity and Peak Productivity by Mastering the Art of Closing Open Loops
Summary of what alcohol does to your body, brain and health
No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health. Here's why.
Maximizing Daily Success: The Power of Focusing on One Goal Each Day
One goal per day is all you need. Transform your productivity, and focus.
Meeting with yourself
Meeting with yourself can profoundly impact your wellbeing, happiness and productivity. Don't miss out on the opportunity!
Personal Organization
The Power of Modern Knowledge Management for Business Professionals
Unlock your business potential with cutting-edge knowledge management strategies for enhanced productivity and decision-making
Overview of my Personal Knowledge Management System
Discover my Personal Knowledge Management System and get some inspiration to design a robust one for yourself.
How I Organize My Work As a Solo Founder
Discover how I organize my work as a solo founder using systems that boost productivity, focus, maintain balance, and help me achieve mental clarity and consistent progress.
Breaking Down the Walls of Personal Information Silos. Towards Connected Knowledge
Why you need to break the walls of your Personal Information Silos to enable connected knowledge and unlock your full potential.
In Defense of Using Fewer Tools
How Fewer Tools Can Enhance Personal Organization, Productivity, and Knowledge Management
Personal Organization 101
Do you feel disorganized? Overwhelmed? Lost? Drowned in a mess? Do you regularly forget tasks? Do you miss your deadlines? Do you lose your files? If any of those ring a bell, then you may need to read this!