Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Simulacra levels, moral mazes, and low-hanging fruit (with Zvi Mowshowitz)
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Dec 20, 2023 
In this discussion, Zvi Mowshowitz, author of 'Don't Worry About the Vase,' dives into why we often overlook easy improvements in our lives. He explores the balance between conformity and innovation in decision-making. Zvi also examines the four levels of simulacra, the 'moral mazes' in corporate loyalty, and how social pressures affect creativity. He further discusses AI challenges, proposing that financial incentives could enhance safety measures, drawing parallels with Bitcoin's security strategies.
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Low-Hanging Fruit
- People often miss simple ways to improve their lives.
- Low-hanging fruit remains unpicked due to inertia and cognitive biases.
Societal Inertia
- Societal inaction stems from correlated actions and social pressures.
- People copy each other, fearing innovation and modesty.
VC Story-Telling
- Venture capitalists prioritize a founder's ability to craft a compelling narrative over the actual startup idea.
- Focusing on the "story" rather than the substance can be profitable, even if nonsensical.