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How I Work

Quick Win: Harnessing the Power of Thinking Days with Google boss Mel Silva

Mar 6, 2024
Learn from Google boss Mel Silva about the power of Thinking Days to boost productivity and deep work. Dive into the challenges of adapting culture to changing work environments and the importance of intentional questioning for strategic outcomes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Thinking Days involve deep reflection and planning every six weeks for insightful decision-making.
  • Using Thinking Days for strategic discussions can address challenges and drive organizational change effectively.

Deep dives

Implementing Thinking Days for Deep Work

Thinking Days, introduced by Mel Silva, involve taking a day every six weeks to focus on deep thinking and strategic planning. These days aim to create an uninterrupted space for reflecting on important topics, free from daily distractions. To make Thinking Days effective, preparation is key, requiring outlining specific topics in advance and gathering necessary information. The outcome often includes detailed mind maps and actionable insights that can drive meaningful discussions and strategic decisions.

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