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Decoding Better Decisions: Mental Models Unveiled with Shane Parish

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Nov 9, 2023
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Shane Parrish
Shane Parrish, author of 'The Great Mental Models: General Thinking Concepts,' discusses the importance of humility and adaptability in decision-making. They also explore problem-solving techniques like inversion and first principles thinking. The podcast highlights the value of thinking differently, engaging with listeners, and the concept of second order thinking. The 'circle of competence' is introduced as a mental model for better decision-making.
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ADVICE

Embrace Rethinking Cycles

  • Regularly enter rethinking cycles to challenge your assumptions and avoid stagnation.
  • List the conditions under which you would change your mind to prevent bias.
INSIGHT

Outcome Over Ego

  • Prioritize outcomes over ego, especially in knowledge work where judgment is key.
  • Focus on finding the best ideas, regardless of the source, for optimal results.
ADVICE

Inversion for Problem-Solving

  • Use inversion to solve problems by considering the opposite problem first.
  • Generate bad ideas and then invert them to uncover creative solutions.
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