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Good Life Project

The Science of Failing Well | Amy Edmondson

Sep 5, 2023
56:36
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Amy Edmondson, Harvard professor and author of 'Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well,' discusses overcoming the fear of failure and reframing it as a tool for growth. She explores the concept of 'intelligent failures' and the importance of psychological safety in fostering innovation. Get practical strategies for transforming failure into opportunities and learn about identifying different types of failures.
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Quick takeaways

  • Failure can provide valuable information and insights, and should be embraced as a tool for personal growth and learning.
  • Recognizing the type of failure can help reframe it and approach it in a more productive and growth-oriented way.

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Embracing Failure as a Path to Growth

Failure can be valuable when it brings new information and insights. Embracing intelligent failures in new territory is important for personal growth and learning. Instead of focusing on being right, prioritize the value of the information gained from failure. Receiving feedback and reevaluating our beliefs is crucial in reframing failure as a tool for self-insight. It is essential to create psychological safety in teams and environments, encouraging risk-taking, learning, and connection.

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