Anders Indset Talks About The Viking Code and High-Performance Culture

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Anders Indset, the renowned business philosopher and author of The Viking Code: The Art and Science of Norwegian Success. Known for his profound insights into leadership and technology, Anders shares a compelling exploration of how modern Vikings channel timeless values like collectivism and creativity to achieve high-performance outcomes.

We dive into what makes Norwegian success so unique, why micro-ambitions are key to long-term achievements, and how balancing timely and timeless approaches can transform both personal and professional growth. Anders’ expertise in bridging philosophy and leadership offers a refreshing take on thriving in a fast-paced, tech-driven world.

Key Discussion Points

• What modern Viking culture teaches us about collectivism and creativity.
• The role of micro-ambitions in achieving long-term success.
• How values like "tugnad" (effort for others) are deeply embedded in Norwegian culture.
• The interplay between finite and infinite games in life and business.
• The dangers of prioritizing timely distractions over timeless principles.
• Anders’ perspective on AI’s potential to foster depth in our lives.

Anders’ insights are both timely and timeless, offering listeners tools to rethink their approach to leadership, progress, and collective well-being. I know you'll enjoy this productive conversation.

Links Worth Exploring

• Connect with Anders: Website | LinkedIn | X/Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
• Get the book we discuss: The Viking Code: The Art and Science of Norwegian Success
• Get Anders' other book that he mentions: The Quantum Economy - Saving the Mensch with Humanistic Capitalism
• Get James P. Carse's book: Finite and Infinite Games
• Get the book I mention: Time and The Art of Living by Robert Grudin
• Another reading recommendation: Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business
• Check out The Singularity Paradox
• Read this: Law of Jante, a Scandinavian Code of Conduct
• Watch This is Pop: Click here and choose the episode "Stockholm Syndrome"
• Related Conversation: Episode 420: Daniel Coyle talks about The Culture Playbook
• Related Blog Post: The 3 Cs: How They Impact Your To Do List

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