Adam Grant: Think Again - The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know
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Welcome to a new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, where hosts Mike and Mark take you on a deep dive into the transformative ideas presented in Adam Grant's book "Think Again." In this episode, we explore the concept of a growth mindset and how it can significantly impact our personal and professional lives. Get Think Again from Amazon https://geni.us/ThinkAgainGet a Summary of Think Again from Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/2r3bGMBecome a Moonshot Member https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Adam Grant starts the show by sharing his invaluable insights on why starting with a growth mindset is crucial. He emphasizes the importance of embracing learning opportunities, setting the tone for an episode filled with enlightening discussions and practical advice. This introduction sets the stage for exploring the overconfidence cycle and the power of rethinking our approach to knowledge and opinions.Overconfidence Cycle: Introduction to Overconfidence Cycle: The episode features insights from Productivity Game on the overconfidence cycle.Clip: How to upgrade your opinion and avoid overconfidence traps. (Duration: 2m12s)Too Much Certainty: Identifying the pitfalls of excessive certainty.Clip: Understanding the concept of 'Preaching.' (Duration: 39s)Closed-mindedness: Recognizing and overcoming closed-minded attitudes.Clip: The dangers of 'Prosecuting' in thought processes. (Duration: 28s)Adapting Preferences: How adapting to others' preferences can be counterproductive.Clip: Exploring the concept of 'Politicking.' (Duration: 39s)Rethinking Cycle: Breaking the Overconfidence Cycle: Strategies for inviting feedback and changing perspectives.Clip: Adam Grant’s advice on thinking like a scientist. (Duration: 1m07s)Joy in Learning: Embracing curiosity and the joy of learning new things.Clip: Creating a 'Rethinking Cycle' for continuous improvement. (Duration: 1m32s)Conclusion: Final Discussion: A conversation with Adam and Simon Sinek about embracing new ideas and perspectives.Key Takeaway: Aiming for humility in thought and action.Featured Clip: The importance of being open to others' ideas. (Duration: 2m53s) As the episode draws close, Mike and Mark wrap up the discussion with a compelling conversation between Adam Grant and Simon Sinek. This conversation highlights the importance of being open to the ideas of others and the value of humility in our thought processes. The episode concludes with a powerful message: the need for modesty in thought and action. This final segment encapsulates the essence of Adam Grant's teachings and encourages listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and attitudes. It's a fitting end to an episode that challenges us to rethink our approach to confidence, learning, and personal growth. Join Mike and Mark in this journey of discovery and see how the lessons from "Think Again" can help you foster a more open, curious, and productive mindset in your daily life. Get Think Again from Amazon https://geni.us/ThinkAgainGet a Summary of Think Again from Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/2r3bGMBecome a Moonshot Member https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots Thanks to our monthly supporters Diana Bastianelli Andy Pilara ola Lorenz Weidinger Fred Fox Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Antonio Candia Dan Effland Mike Leigh Cooper Daniela Wedemeier Bertram O. Gayla Schiff Corey LaMonica Smitty Laura KE Denise findlay Krzysztof Wade Mackintosh Diana Bastianelli James Springle Nimalen Sivapalan Roar Nikolay Ytre-Eide Stef Roger von Holdt Jette Haswell Marco Silva venkata reddy Karthik Tsaliki Hari Birring Dirk Breitsameter Ingram Casey Nicoara Talpes rahul grover Karen Petersburg Evert van de Plassche Ravi Govender Andrew Hyde Daniel Alcaraz Craig Lindsay Steve Woollard Lasse Brurok Deborah Spahr Chris Way Andrei Ciobotar Barbara Samoela Christian Jo Hatchard Kalman Cseh Berg De Bleecker Paul Acquaah MrBonjou
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