The Greg McKeown Podcast 88. What's Essential: The Power Of Regret with Dan Pink
Jan 31, 2022
Dan Pink, best-selling author known for works like 'Drive' and 'To Sell is Human,' challenges the notion of a regret-free life. He shares valuable insights from his book, 'The Power of Regret,' suggesting that regrets can actually fuel personal growth. Listeners will learn five innovative strategies to embrace regret, how admitting mistakes leads to wisdom, and the transformative potential of sharing regrets within relationships. Pink also introduces concepts like the 'regret circle' and 'failure resume' to help turn past missteps into meaningful life lessons.
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Dan Pink's Regret
- Dan Pink discusses his regret of not being bold enough in his career.
- He hints at future bolder projects, suggesting a shift in his approach to risk-taking.
Extrapolating from Personal Experience
- Dan Pink believes if he dedicates years to a topic, others will find it interesting.
- He applies this principle when choosing book subjects, extrapolating from his own experiences.
Information and Ethics
- Consider the impact of information availability on ethical decision-making.
- Unethical sales practices may be more prevalent due to a lack of robust, ethical information rather than desperation.
