In this podcast, Kat talks about the importance of being flexible with plans and the mindset change that has made a big difference in her life. She discusses the brilliance she gathered from Simon Sinek's book, "The Infinite Game," and his viral motivational talks. The hosts also discuss the power of flexibility and adaptability in decision-making. Furthermore, they explore Simon Sinek's explanation of finite games versus infinite games in game theory and how it applies to business and life. They offer suggestions for shifting mindset and share helpful resources and personal updates.
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Quick takeaways
Understanding the difference between finite and infinite games can help shift our mindset from a focus on beating competitors to a focus on personal growth and improvement.
By prioritizing personal growth and being the best version of ourselves, rather than seeking external validation through rankings or comparisons, we can find fulfillment and create a healthier approach to competition and personal growth.
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Understanding Finite and Infinite Games
In this podcast episode, the host explores the concept of finite and infinite games as explained by Simon Sinek in his book 'The Infinite Game.' Finite games have known players, fixed rules, and an agreed-upon objective, like a baseball game. On the other hand, infinite games have known and unknown players, changeable rules, and the goal is to perpetuate the game rather than win. The speaker discusses how businesses often mistake themselves for playing a finite game when they are actually in an infinite game. This misconception leads to frustration and a focus on beating competitors rather than improving oneself. The importance of shifting our mindset from a finite game to an infinite game to find growth and fulfillment is highlighted.
Challenges of Comparison and Rankings
The podcast delves into the human tendency to compare ourselves to others and our obsession with rankings. Despite knowing that comparisons don't lead to joy, we still find ourselves striving to be better than others. The speaker provides personal examples, such as being included in ranking lists and winning awards, acknowledging their inherent meaninglessness. The message is to prioritize personal growth and being the best version of ourselves, rather than seeking external validation through rankings or comparisons. By focusing on personal growth and improvement, we can find fulfillment and avoid constant frustration.
Switching from Finite to Infinite Mindset
The podcast episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to identify areas of their lives where they are playing a finite game instead of recognizing the infinite nature of the game. The speaker encourages self-reflection and a shift in mindset to embrace the concept of playing to be better than oneself, rather than playing to defeat others or achieve external markers of success. By embracing an infinite mindset, individuals can alleviate frustration, find personal fulfillment, and create a healthier approach to competition and personal growth.
Have you ever decided just to go rogue and things actually turned out better than you could have planned for? Well this week, Kat is talking about a recent last minute (really last second) decision to change plans that worked out in everyone's favor. In this episode you will hear Kat talk about the importance of being flexible with plans and a small mindset change that has started to make a BIG difference in her life. In his book, The Infinite Game, Simon Sinek details the importance in playing to stay in the game versus to beat an opponent. And being that our current culture is obsessed with competition and comparison- Kat thought it may be helpful to talk about some of the brilliance she gathered from Simon's book and viral motivational talks.