The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20VC: Scaling Wait But Why to 600,000 Subs; Behind the Scenes on The Research Process, How to Learn Entirely New Topics Fast, The Writing Process and Building Good Habits & The Distribution Process and the Business Behind the Blog with Tim Urban
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Aug 14, 2023 
Tim Urban, co-founder of the influential blog Wait But Why, shares his journey from childhood dreams to a successful long-form writing career. He reveals the secrets behind scaling his platform to 600,000 subscribers, highlighting the viral pieces that changed everything. Tim discusses his unique topic selection process and how he balances creative integrity with viral potential. He dives into the complexities of audience engagement and the impact of AI on society. With personal anecdotes and insights, Urban inspires aspiring writers and thinkers alike.
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Writing Process
- For blog posts, Tim Urban researches, outlines, then writes in focused bursts, sometimes 2-3k words daily.
- For books, he intermingles research, outlining, and writing due to the larger scope.
Combating Writer's Block
- To combat writer's block ("snags"), Tim Urban uses external pressure and sets achievable daily goals (e.g., 800 words).
- This consistent progress prevents prolonged procrastination and despair.
Content Distribution
- Repurpose existing content across multiple platforms for efficient distribution.
- Focus on creating high-quality content first, then adapt it for various social media channels.
