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1812: 5 Practical Steps for Generating New Ideas and Insights by Glen Allsopp with Marc And Angel on Disciplined Reflection

1812: 5 Practical Steps for Generating New Ideas and Insights by Glen Allsopp with Marc And Angel on Disciplined Reflection

Update: 2025-09-16
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Episode 1812:


Glen Allsopp lays out a simple yet powerful method for generating meaningful insights by deliberately creating space to think, capturing thoughts in writing, and revisiting them with intent. His approach is a refreshing reminder that the best ideas often come not from more input, but from disciplined reflection and personal clarity.


Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2009/05/10/generating-new-ideas-and-insights/


Quotes to ponder:


"Creativity and insight almost always come from persisting through the boredom of pondering the same idea for hours and hours."


"The mind is for having ideas, not holding them."


"Sometimes all it takes to generate a good idea is a quiet space and a blank sheet of paper."


Episode references:


Getting Things Done: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563

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1812: 5 Practical Steps for Generating New Ideas and Insights by Glen Allsopp with Marc And Angel on Disciplined Reflection

1812: 5 Practical Steps for Generating New Ideas and Insights by Glen Allsopp with Marc And Angel on Disciplined Reflection

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