May can be a strange month—it’s typically not the start of something new, but it’s not the home stretch either. It’s the middle. And in the middle, momentum matters. Inside our Second Brain Membership this month, we’re zeroing in on what it really takes to move things forward. Not just planning and organizing, but doing. Making consistent progress—even when your task list feels endless, your time is split, and your priorities keep shifting. We’re building systems that help you take action,...
9 days ago • 3 min read
Over the past week, I’ve shared why I believe AI is the biggest shift in how we work since the internet, and why most “DIY” approaches fall flat when it comes to actual implementation in a business setting. Now it’s time to bring it all together. Tomorrow at 11 am ET, I’ll be joined by Hayden Miyamoto, a serial entrepreneur who’s been using AI to run and scale multiple businesses. We’ll walk you through the Master Prompt Method, the exact framework we both use to turn AI into something far...
16 days ago • 3 min read
I firmly believe AI is the biggest shift in how we work since the invention of the internet. And I’ve been especially curious about what it means for how businesses operate. That led me to connect with Hayden Miyamoto, a serial entrepreneur, business systems expert, and someone who’s already using AI to run and scale multiple businesses. We’ve been comparing notes over the past few months, and now we’re teaming up to share what we’ve learned. On Wednesday, April 23, at 11 am ET, we’ll walk...
22 days ago • 3 min read
Confused by all the productivity tools out there? Join me for a conversation today at 2 pm ET with Francesco D’Alessio, creator of Tool Finder and one of the most trusted voices in the world of productivity software. Francesco has reviewed more than 600 apps over the past decade, and together, we’ll unpack what actually matters when choosing tools in 2025—especially if you’re getting started or want to simplify your setup. RSVP Here There will be time for Q&A and, of course, we’re recording...
30 days ago • 2 min read
For a moment, we thought about creating an AI that randomly inserts “Just circling back…” into all your emails to keep conversations going forever. Then we realized… isn’t that how email already works? Happy April Fool’s Day! Speaking of email…this month’s theme inside the Second Brain Membership is Streamlining Communication. Throughout April, we’ll help you establish better habits and clear guidelines for emails, instant messages, and team communication so every interaction serves a...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
I’m incredibly excited and grateful to share that we just crossed 300,000 subscribers on YouTube! The video that pushed us over this milestone was my recent release on NotebookLM, which gained over 228,000 views in just one week. If you haven’t seen it yet, check it out here. To celebrate, join us this Thursday, March 27th, at 1 pm ET, for a “how Forte Labs does YouTube” session. Together, we'll chat about... Our vision for the YouTube channel Lessons learned from growing the channel What...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Catching my breath for a moment—it’s been a busy start to the year, in all the best ways. Here’s a little behind-the-scenes of what we’ve been up to: We officially launched our Second Brain Notion Template, and over 1,300 people have already grabbed it! It’s incredible to think about so many of you diving into it and making it your own. We just wrapped up another YouTube video shoot, including deep dives into some of my favorite tools—like Superhuman (the email tool I swear by). I submitted...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
It’s finally live—the official Second Brain Notion Template is ready for you. Now you can easily apply the Second Brain methodology inside Notion with a simple, structured system that includes: The PARA Method so everything has a place and is easy to find A quick capture inbox so you never lose an idea Simple task and project management to keep your priorities clear A personal knowledge hub to organize book notes, research, and insights Habit tracking and journaling to stay consistent and...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Here’s a first look at our official Second Brain Notion Template! We’re spending this week putting the final touches on it—including step-by-step walkthrough videos to help you get started, customize it, or keep it as simple as possible. The template has been tested with early users from our Second Brain Membership, and thanks to their incredible feedback, we’ve refined it into the most streamlined, intuitive system for organizing your digital life. 📅 Launch Date: Monday, March 10th at 12 pm...
2 months ago • 3 min read