Building the Second Mind

A proven way to organize your digital life and unleash your creativity.

Author's name: Thiago Forte

We live in an age where we have access to virtually all the world's knowledge. There's no better time to learn and improve ourselves. Yet, instead of feeling empowered, we often feel overwhelmed and distracted by this constant influx of information. The very knowledge that is supposed to liberate and empower us has led to the crippling belief that we won't know or remember enough. This simple, streamlined guide shows how you can easily create your own personal knowledge management system, also known as a Second Mind. A trusted, organized digital repository for your thoughts, notes, and creative work synchronized across all your devices and platforms, the Second Mind gives you the confidence to tackle your most important projects and ambitious goals. Discover the true potential of your ideas and translate them into creativity in all areas of your life by building a Second Mind.

Author: Tiago Forte: One of the world's foremost productivity experts, he has taught thousands of people around the world how a few timeless principles, combined with the latest technologies, can revolutionize their productivity, creativity, and personal effectiveness. He has worked with organizations such as Genentech, Toyota, and the Inter-American Development Bank. He has published various articles in newspapers and magazines such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Harvard Business Review.