What Works 3 Ways I Make Sense of the Unexpected & Perplexing
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Aug 7, 2025 Explore the chaos that arises from unmet expectations and how it shapes personal growth. Discover three powerful mental models to navigate life's complexities and enhance communication. Unpack the contradictions of social media algorithms that prioritize engagement over quality content. Examine how societal norms and personal biases influence our perceptions of chaos, especially in health insurance and technology. Plus, learn about an interactive workshop designed to help transform insights into impactful media.
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Algorithm Drives Content Engagement
- LinkedIn content thrives not because people want it, but because it keeps users engaged longer.
- We must shift from assuming content reflects desires to understanding it reflects algorithmic stickiness.
Man Behind The Curtain Framework
- The 'man behind the curtain' framework reveals the gap between public messages and real operational values.
- Recognizing this disconnect helps explain frustration and confusion in public narratives.
Understanding Normalization Process
- Normalization turns new or novel things into accepted norms that seem absurd to forego.
- Understanding normalization unveils socially constructed norms and helps challenge or change them.