Brian D. Renshaw

Brian D. Renshaw

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Latest — 25 Mar 2025

Using ChatGPT to Transcribe Handwritten Notes

I’ve returned to handwritten notes using fountain pens and paper—but now with a workflow that actually works. With ChatGPT, I snap a photo and say, “Transcribe and organize my notes,” and it turns them into clean, structured, digital notes in minutes.

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Two Key Principles for Effective Leadership: Vision and Communication

Leadership means envisioning a world that doesn’t yet exist and clearly communicating that vision. Without strong communication, even the most compelling ideas remain unrealized. True leaders inspire others to join in building a shared future.

How I Use Whisper Memos to Capture Ideas on the Go

Over the past three years I've incorporated short hikes throughout the week to step away from my desk and get out into nature, which always helps me think differently. Before each hike, I usually pick a specific project or topic to think about. It could be something work

3 Steps To Overcome the Lack of Motivation

I'm the first one to raise my hand at this. Far too often, I feel unmotivated, but the reality is that I need clarity on what I'm going to be doing. Awareness is key. When I know that my motivation is frequently due to the lack of clarity, I can take action to make the task clear.

20 Quotes from Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey

Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey is another book in the productivity sphere that argues for the importance of intentional focus for creatives and knowledge workers. One of the unique contributions to this field is the idea of scatterfocus, which is simply letting your mind wander. He outlines three different ways to

The Myth of the Breaking News Cycle

The whole concept of breaking news runs on a very potent myth.

20 Quotes from Atomic Habits by James Clear

If you’re anything like me you want to build better habits into your daily life. Too often I have grand plans and quickly fall off the wagon. Atomic Habits reminds us to start simple by making it obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying.

12 Quotes from The Revenge of Analog by David Sax

Digital is not always the sweet fantasy that we think it is. Analog tools, with their limitations, actually enhance our experience with whatever activity we are doing with them. There are tradeoffs but there are also tradeoffs when it comes to digital that we oftentimes don't see.

16 Quotes from Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport

Cal Newport argues for intentional technology use, emphasizing choosing tech that aligns deeply with personal values. Newport recommends a “digital declutter” to reclaim solitude and meaningful engagement, avoiding shallow distractions to preserve autonomy and genuine connection.

20 Quotes from Think Again by Adam Grant

Adam Grant’s Think Again argues we often fail to question our biases and assumptions. He emphasizes rethinking as a crucial leadership skill, urging leaders to actively seek honest feedback, rely on data-driven decisions, and openly admit mistakes to grow and improve effectively.