The Art of Manliness

#471: Using Mental Models to Make Better Decisions

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Jan 7, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Origin of Farnam Street

  • Shane Parrish questioned his decision-making process while working for an intelligence agency.
  • This led him to explore better thinking and decision-making, resulting in the creation of Farnam Street.
INSIGHT

Real-World Complexity vs. Educational Simplicity

  • Real-world experience reveals the interconnectedness of various fields.
  • Traditional education often oversimplifies complex situations, limiting effective decision-making.
ANECDOTE

Lack of Decision-Making Training

  • Shane Parrish's experience in the intelligence agency highlighted the lack of formal decision-making training.
  • This lack of training often results in ad-hoc processes, making it difficult to diagnose and correct errors.
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