#188

Mentioned in 73 episodes

The Infinite Game

Book • 2019

In 'The Infinite Game', Simon Sinek distinguishes between finite and infinite games.

Finite games have known players, fixed rules, and a clear endpoint, whereas infinite games, like business and life, have no defined endpoint and are played to continue the game rather than to win.

Sinek argues that leaders who adopt an infinite mindset, focusing on a 'Just Cause', building 'Trusting Teams', having 'Worthy Rivals', practicing 'Existential Flexibility', and showing the 'Courage to Lead', will build stronger, more innovative, and resilient organizations.

The book uses real-world examples to illustrate the benefits of an infinite mindset and the pitfalls of a finite mindset in business and leadership.

Mentioned by

Craig Groeschel

Mentioned in 73 episodes

Mentioned by

Tobi Lütke

as a book with a similar title to "Finite and Infinite Games", suggesting it offers a similar perspective.

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Mentioned by

Peter Attia

in relation to the energy trading mantra of staying in the game.

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Mentioned by

Peter Attia

in relation to the energy trading mantra of staying in the game.

#237 ‒ Optimizing life for maximum fulfillment | Bill Perkins

Mentioned by

Adam Grant

as one of the books written by

Simon Sinek

.

Brené Brown and Simon Sinek on the leadership skills we need to build

Mentioned by

Tobi Lütke

as a profound and underestimated book on the concept of infinite games.

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Mentioned by

Simon Sinek

while discussing the concept of infinite games in business.

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Mentioned by

Frank Schwartz

in the context of finite vs. infinite mindsets.

Building Tribe — How to Create and Sustain Communities of Men

Mentioned by

Scott Galloway

as a world-renowned author, motivational speaker, and friend who shared his wisdom on leadership and mentorship.

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Mentioned by

Craig Groeschel

as one of

Simon Sinek

's books.

Simon Sinek Unfiltered: The Trap Leaders Must Avoid

Mentioned by

Scott Galloway

as books written by

Simon Sinek

.

Conversation with Simon Sinek — Finding Your Why, Feeling Stuck, and Building Strong Leaders

Mentioned by

Simon Sinek

as one of his published books.

Simon Sinek: Why FRIENDSHIP Is The Key To Your Abundance & Success

Mentioned by

Jake Humphrey

as global bestsellers.

E206 - Simon Sinek: ‘Start with why’ when searching for High Performance

Mentioned by

Cal Fussman

as a book that significantly impacted his life.

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Mentioned by

Scott Galloway

as one of

Simon Sinek

's books.

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Mentioned by

Dave Ramsey

in the context of long-term vs. short-term thinking.

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Mentioned by

Mike Schmitz

in relation to the concept of finite and infinite games.

189: Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans

Mentioned by General CQ Brown Jr. as a book that resonated with him when he started his position.

Leadership with General CQ Brown, Jr.

Mentioned by

Adam Grant

as one of his books.

Brené Brown and Simon Sinek on the leadership skills we need to build

Mentioned by

Simon Sinek

when discussing the impact of honesty and expectation management in the workplace.

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Mentioned by

Alan Stein Jr.

when discussing the difference between finite games (like basketball) and infinite games (like life and business).

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