The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Listener Favorites: Jonathan Brill | How to Survive and Profit from Radical Change
Feb 28, 2025
Jonathan Brill, author of "Rogue Waves," specializes in helping organizations navigate radical change. In this conversation, he emphasizes the importance of embracing "100x thinking" to maximize resources during upheaval. Brill discusses the crucial role of human connection in adaptability and rethinking education for future job markets. He also shares strategies for resilience and flexibility in business, using historical examples to illustrate how challenges can lead to transformative opportunities.
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Calculated Risk-Taking
- Understand the rules of the game before playing.
- Take bigger bets with lower risk by assessing the situation.
Preparing Kids for the Future
- Prioritize social networks and cross-cultural understanding for kids' education.
- Focus on epistemology—the study of knowledge—over pure technical skills.
The Importance of Liberal Arts
- Math is a branch of philosophy; technical skills alone are insufficient.
- Teach kids how to learn through diverse disciplines, including philosophy, history, and literature.