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Agents of Everything with James Tripp

AoE #23 - Understand You Control Nothing, But Influence Everything

May 28, 2024
Exploring the balance of control and influence in complex systems, from ant colonies to financial crises. Discussing the power of neurolinguistic programming in navigating unpredictability. Emphasizing the importance of understanding emergent phenomena and influencing desired outcomes in interconnected networks.
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  • Control is limited, influence is prevalent in complex systems.
  • Effective communication nudges perceptions for desired outcomes in systems.

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Understanding Complex Systems and Influence

In the podcast episode, complex systems are discussed, emphasizing that control over these systems is limited while influence remains prevalent. The concept of systems, comprising interrelated elements, is explained. Simple systems like cars, with predictable interactions, contrast with complex systems, where unknown interdependencies make predictability challenging. It is highlighted that within complex biopsychosocial systems, understanding emergent phenomena and the non-linear nature of interactions is crucial.

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