A Bit of Optimism High Performance with Divesh Makan
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Jan 24, 2023 Divesh Makan, founder of Iconiq Capital, expertly advises some of the wealthiest individuals globally. In this engaging conversation, he highlights the significance of seeking guidance from experienced mentors and using frameworks to boost productivity. Divesh shares insights on the challenges faced by high achievers, emphasizing the need for authentic dialogue to build trust. He discusses the intersection of technology and curiosity, stressing the importance of creativity through disconnection from digital distractions and nurturing personal relationships for professional success.
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Calendar Analysis Framework
- Review your calendar regularly to identify unproductive meetings.
- Analyze why those meetings were ineffective and adjust your framework to avoid similar situations in the future.
Backward Analysis for Improvement
- Instead of focusing on future goals, analyze past behaviors to understand failures.
- Learn from past mistakes to improve future outcomes, applying this to various aspects of life.
Conversational Learning
- Engage in conversations and discussions to learn and grow.
- Ask thought-provoking questions like "Imagine if" or "Tell me more about that" to foster dialogue and understanding.