The Art of Deciding

The Power of And

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May 28, 2025
Can one word really change your life? Discover how replacing 'but' with 'and' opens up possibilities and fosters creativity. Dive into the complexities of decision-making, where comfort shouldn't dictate quality choices. Learn how companies like Patagonia and LEGO embrace ambiguity for growth and innovation. Decision-making becomes a dynamic, jazzy collaboration, where adaptability and courage reign. Unpack the idea that discomfort can lead to better decisions by navigating uncertainty, instead of avoiding it.
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ADVICE

Replace "But" with "And"

  • Replace the word "but" with "and" to foster openness and creativity in conversations.
  • This simple language shift expands possibilities and prevents shutting down ideas prematurely.
INSIGHT

Embrace Complexity with "And"

  • The real world is messy with conflicting priorities, not binary choices.
  • Embracing "and" thinking helps manage complexity and enables innovation, balancing opposing truths.
INSIGHT

Power of the Unreasonable Mindset

  • Progress depends on those who reject conventional thinking and embrace "both/and" mindsets.
  • These "unreasonable" thinkers persist in adapting the world to themselves, not just adapting to it.
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