Information Routing System

A system for routing valuable information to specific contacts, exemplified through Ben's approach of finding and sharing targeted content with his network.

Core Information Routing Strategy

• Acts like FedEx - doesn't analyze content deeply, just routes to right person
• Maintains highly curated information sources
• Follows select valuable creators/thinkers
• Routes information immediately to relevant contacts
• Doesn't expect immediate returns or engagement

Implementation Method

• Maintains multiple group chats (60+ mentioned)
• Each chat includes:
  • The information router (Ben)
  • Original content finder
  • Relevant recipient
• Focuses on matching content to recipient interests
• Shares without analyzing or adding commentary

Key Success Factors

• Highly curated feed of quality sources
• Deep understanding of contacts' interests
• Quick identification of relevant connections
• No expectation of immediate value return
• Pure focus on information distribution

Real Example Mentioned

• Ben found valuable blog post about prediction markets
• Recognized relevance to friend who invested in GLP-1 drugs
• Immediately routed content without detailed analysis
• Recipient found it "best thing read all year"
• Created value through targeted information sharing

Value Creation

• Helps surface relevant content to right people
• Creates unexpected connections
• Builds network value over time
• Establishes router as valuable node in network
• Enables serendipitous discoveries for recipients