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#11 The Cook & The Chef: Elon Musk's Secret Sauce
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Trust Your Software, Not Conventional Wisdom
Conventional wisdom often discourages innovation and risk-taking, especially in fields where one lacks formal education. However, success can come from trusting one's own reasoning and instincts rather than blindly adhering to established norms. An example of this is the journey into aerospace, where the expectation was that rockets must be expensive due to their historical costs. Instead of accepting this, an analytical approach like first principles thinking reveals that the material costs are a fraction of the total expenses. By questioning established beliefs and conducting thorough research, one can identify opportunities overlooked by mainstream thought. The emphasis is on breaking down complex problems to their fundamental components and seeking practical solutions. This mindset fosters an environment for creativity and progress, challenging the notion that conventional wisdom is always correct. Those willing to investigate and understand the underlying factors can forge new paths towards success.
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