The Mindset Mentor

How To Think Different

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May 1, 2023
Explore how iconic figures like Steve Jobs and Dwayne Johnson break the mold by thinking differently. Discover the power of cross-industry inspiration, as one burger joint owner revamps his business with a drive-through twist. Learn about the 'five hour rule' and how continuous learning can elevate your thinking and creativity. Embrace your unique perspective for personal growth, and find out how journaling can transform your mindset and life.
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ANECDOTE

Drive-Thru Inspiration

  • A 1900s burger joint owner optimized everything but still had lines.
  • He visited other businesses for ideas and, inspired by a bank's drive-through, created the first fast-food drive-through.
ANECDOTE

Info Sponging and Priceline

  • Jeff Hoffman, Priceline.com founder, practiced "info sponging," learning about diverse topics daily.
  • Inspired by how banana prices drop as they ripen, he developed Priceline's bidding system for unsold airline seats.
ADVICE

The Five-Hour Rule

  • Learn from outside your industry to think differently and innovate.
  • Dedicate time to explore diverse fields, as this can spark unexpected solutions in your own work.
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