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Coaching Culture

Episode 320: Mindtraps Series #2 - Rightness

Oct 29, 2023
Explore the significance of humility in the learning process and the mindset that allows us to be open to the possibility of being wrong. Gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, challenge assumptions, and improve decision-making abilities. Learn about the brain's desire to be right and its impact on decision-making. Discover the complexity of building a great culture and the challenges of leading without a strong sense of correctness. Explore personality types and strategies for effective decision-making. Discuss the importance of evaluating decisions based on available information.
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Quick takeaways

  • The importance of humility in the learning process and letting go of the need for control and certainty to focus on making the best decisions with available information.
  • The mindset of being open to the possibility of being wrong and embracing a willingness to learn from mistakes to improve decision-making abilities.

Deep dives

Feeling of Rightness vs Being Right

The podcast explores the difference between feeling right and actually being right. It highlights how our brains are pre-programmed to value simplicity and efficiency, which can lead to biases and blind spots. It emphasizes the need for leaders to recognize that they are often guessing and that there is a possibility of being wrong. The episode encourages leaders to adopt a mindset of curiosity, openness, and learning, rather than operating with certainty and closed-mindedness.

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