The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma Ep 384: Narayan Ramachandran Is Playing the Long Game
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Jun 3, 2024 
Narayan Ramachandran, a former top banker, discusses stimulating change, building institutions, and making ideas come together. They explore the importance of long-term thinking, the Maharashtra Renaissance, leadership qualities, personalized learning approaches, and the power of hunger and initiative. The conversation also touches on writing for critical thinking, intersecting economic and sociological ideas, and navigating success and self-reflection.
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Time Frames and Goals
- Think in larger time frames, not just the here and now.
- Consider how time frames shift with age and redefine goals.
Compounding in Life
- Compounding applies to relationships, networks, and ideas, not just finances.
- Embed aspects of long-term goals into daily actions.
Approaches to Change
- There are three approaches to change: evolution, evolutionary revolution, and revolution.
- Wisdom lies in discerning when to apply each approach.