In 'Feel-Good Productivity,' Dr. Ali Abdaal challenges the conventional notion that productivity is about hard work and discipline. Instead, he argues that the secret to productivity is feeling good. Drawing on decades of psychological research, Abdaal introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' to overcome procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' to prevent burnout. The book includes inspiring stories from founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists and provides simple, actionable changes to make work more enjoyable and sustainable. Abdaal's approach focuses on cultivating a deeper energy for work, balancing well-being with productivity, and enjoying the journey.
In this book, Mayer-Schönberger and Cukier discuss the revolution brought about by the ability to process vast amounts of data. They argue that this shift allows us to move from understanding causation to analyzing correlations, enabling new insights and applications. The authors explain how big data changes the way we approach problems, accepting messiness in data and focusing on predictive analytics rather than exact causality. They also address the implications of big data on privacy, decision-making, and various aspects of society[3][4][5].
This book explores the concept of framing, which is the ability to create mental models that enable us to perceive reality, solve problems, and make decisions. The authors argue that framing is a critical human function that stands out as computers become better at other cognitive tasks. They illustrate their case with examples such as how Spotify reframed music as an experience, the impact of the #MeToo movement, and the different approaches to handling the COVID-19 pandemic. The book emphasizes the importance of framing in navigating various challenges, from pandemics and populism to AI and climate change, and provides strategies for developing this skill through practice and expanding one's repertoire of frames.
Everyday we're hearing more and more about the benefits - and risks - of AI. It seems like it's either going to transform the world, or destroy it. So what's the truth? Is AI really as dangerous as some people think? In this episode I sit down with big data expert Kenneth Cukier. Kenneth has written multiple books about tech and AI, and he's currently an executive editor at The Economist. In this conversation we talk all about how AI really works, how we can protect ourselves from it, and the many benefits humans have in comparison to their computer counterparts. We also chat about the moral problems of the modern world and how to be come a more well-rounded thinker. Kenneth is such an intelligent and thoughtful man - I learned so much from him I'm sure you will do too. Enjoy!
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Season 7 Episode 9
(0:00) Intro
(01:45) Ken's background in AI and big data
(06:54) The possibilities of big data in medicine
(14:01) Kenneth's book - Big Data
(23:43) The basics of AI
(39:28) How computers learn
(53:28) The benefits of AI
(59:47) The difference between AI and humans
(1:07:27) Are there existential risks from AI?
(1:12:04) The moral problems of the modern world
(1:23:04) Will AI take our jobs?
(1:26:30) What advantages do humans have over AI?
(1:29:03) Working at The Economist
(1:36:29) Becoming well-read
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Big Data by Viktor Mayer-Schonberger and Kenneth Cukier
Framers by Kenneth Cukier, Viktor Mayer-Schonberger and Francis de Vericourt
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