Sam Altman's Method for Clear Thinking

Sam Altman discusses his specific preferences for note-taking, emphasizing the use of spiral notebooks for their ability to lie flat and allow pages to be ripped out, and recommends specific pens. He explains that writing is primarily a tool for thinking and that he goes through a notebook every two to three weeks, often ripping out pages rather than completing notebooks. Altman also describes his process for focused writing, which involves utilizing short, uninterrupted chunks of time, contrasting his preference for typing over speaking for generating ideas, and highlights the importance of a weekly rhythm that balances intense work with quiet time for deep thinking.