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#334 - Shane Parrish - Mental Models, Good Decisions & Better Content
Modern Wisdom
Outcome Over Ego in Adapting to Change
It is crucial to prioritize outcomes over ego when faced with feedback or changes, especially when we are attached to the creation of a certain map or narrative. Adapting to changing territories or feedback from the world requires humility to accept that the map we created may need to change, even if it means admitting that something we spent thousands of hours on is wrong. Putting the outcome first and ego second is essential in organizations and life, as it allows for easier adaptation to new information or feedback, rather than clinging to a sense of being right. In knowledge work, prioritizing being right over accepting new knowledge can hinder growth and adaptation, as being a knowledge worker should involve a willingness to learn and evolve.
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