Dave Pakos

How to build authority as a writer: Step 1: Pick a topic you’re obsessed with Step 2: Share something useful every day Step 3: Repeat (and don't quit) The truth is: Anyone can attract an audience of like-minded people. But don’t expect fast results. Stuff takes time.

The easiest way to build authority as a writer is to help people 2-3 steps behind. Just ask yourself: "What do I know today but didn't know 6 months ago?" Someone else desperately seeks that knowledge. Share what you learn.

Publish your idea. If it goes viral? Great. If it bombs, remember: The beauty of writing online is that people will forget (fast). Move on.

Struggling to “find” your voice? Here's the secret: Write like you would talk to a friend. Thank me later.

My 3 favorite podcast episodes on writing, storytelling and online business in 2024 (so far): • Shaan Puri on “How I Write” (by David Perell) • Kieran Drew on “The Calum Johnson Show” • Jason Fried on “How I Write” (by David Perell) Listen in. You won’t regret it.

Make comfort your enemy. And action your friend.

Schools made you believe that effort will lead to success. But after turning entrepreneur, I must call BS. No client cares how hard you work. They care about results.

I’m convinced everyone is fully accountable for their success. Stop blaming the state, your parents or external circumstances. Start taking control.

Them: Ban adverbs from your writing! Me: I actually love using them so I probably shouldn't care. Thank you very much.

Don't give advice with no credibility. People won't listen anyway. Instead, say: • Here's what I learned. • Here's how I apply this. • Here's how it can help you, too. How I > How you.

Gurus will tell you growing on 𝕏 is easy. But don't get fooled. It takes long-term commitment, endless hours of content creation and most importantly: Not giving up even if your posts fail. Nope, it's NOT easy. But damn worth it.

Everyone is looking for people who: ▸ Take action ▸ Make mistakes ▸ Finally figure it out Please share your journey.

We should celebrate everyone who is self-educated. There's no better bet than investing in your knowledge and skills.

Can't publish 3 posts per day? Publish 1. Can't read for 60 mins? Read for 10. Can't write 250 words? Write 25. Lower the bar to stay consistent.

Imagine if everyone did the things they said they were going to do.

It’s crazy how many kids build businesses on 𝕏 these days. My teenage years were mostly about playing World of Warcraft and desperately trying to impress girls. What a different world.

Before you write anything, ask: "What's my 1 big idea?" Then stick to it. Some call this the Rule of One. I call this not confusing your reader.

Reminder for better conversations: You don't need to have an opinion on everything.