One-Page Applied Insights for Impact on Adam Grant’s Originals, translating the book into practical moves for: Executives, PE / Boards and Entrepreneurs.
Bottom line: originality is disciplined systems.
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Just finished my raw notes on Adam Grant's Originals.
Key Takeaways:
– Question defaults
– Balance risk like a portfolio
– Volume > perfection
– Procrastinate with purpose
– Protect dissent
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A quarterback stands poised behind his offensive linemen, who are slowly giving ground to protect him. This image visually represents Ben Horowitz's concept of "Give Ground Grudgingly" from "The Hard Thing About Hard Things." Drawing by Brian Nwokedi.
In The Hard Thing About Hard Things, Ben Horowitz's "Give Ground Grudgingly" concept teaches us to balance growth with preserving core values, much like an offensive lineman in football. #Business #Entrepreneurship #Management #Leadership #DeepSmarts
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Explore how deeply entrenched discriminatory policies shape our society and why aligning self-interest with racial equality is essential for progress. Read Stamped From The Beginning! #BlackHistory #AntiRacism #Equality #DeepSmarts #BlackSky
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Understanding the roots of racist ideas is crucial. In Stamped From the Beginning, Ibram X. Kendi delves into racism in America and the ineffective strategies used to combat it. #BlackHistory #AntiRacism #Equality #BookReview #DeepSmarts #BlackSky
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Discover America's untold stories and different perspectives with Michael Harriott's Black AF History. My latest notes delve into the impactful narratives often overlooked in mainstream history. #BlackHistory #BlackSky #History #DeepSmarts
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"Visual Summary of 'The Power of Habit' by Charles Duhigg, illustrated by Brian Nwokedi. This image explains the core concepts of habit formation, the habit loop (cue, routine, reward), and how to instill positive habits while overcoming bad ones. The summary highlights the importance of understanding triggers and rewards to effectively change behavior and improve personal and professional life. Created by Brian Nwokedi."
Read The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg to learn how to instill habits that elevate you. The real power of #habit lies in understanding that you have the power to shape them. #Growth #Human+ #Resilience #Behavior #Psychology #BookReview #DeepSmarts
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"Visual Summary of The Amazon Way" by Brian Nwokedi. This image captures the 14 leadership principles that drive Amazon's success, emphasizing customer obsession, ownership, innovation, and high standards. It illustrates how these principles create a frictionless, customer-focused platform and a relentless Day 1 mentality. Created by Brian Nwokedi.
The #Amazon Way comprises 14 leadership principles, centered around customer obsession. This is the drive of Amazon's innovation and dominance. #Leadership #AMZ #DecisionMaking #DeepSmarts #Customer
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Thinking like a 21st-century #Economist can be simplified down to 7 mind shifts and a doughnut! One-page summary created by Brian Nwokedi based on Kate Raworth's Doughnut Economics
We live in an embedded economy as socially adaptable humans working together within the boundaries of Earth and Society. #Economic Growth must be secondary!
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#Economics #Sustainability #DeepSmarts #BookReview #Capitalism #Climate
Discover how shifting from GDP-focused growth to the Doughnut framework can help humanity and the planet thrive. Thinking like a 21st-Century Economist can be simplified down to 7 mind shifts and a doughnut! One-Page summary created by Brian Nwokedi inspired by Kate Raworth's Doughnut Economics
In Doughnut Economics, Kate Raworth explores a revolutionary economic model balancing social well-being and ecological sustainability. #Economics #Sustainability #DeepSmarts #BookReview #Capitalism #Climate
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A detailed summary by Brian Nwokedi on the central contradiction of capitalism. This visual guide delves into the principles of wealth accumulation, economic divergence, and the importance of knowledge diffusion and education policies in bridging the wealth gap. Piketty's insights are crucial for understanding the forces shaping our economy and society. Drawing created by Brian Nwokedi
Inspired by Thomas Piketty's "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," my latest notes explore how wealth accumulation and inequality shape our society.
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#Inequality #WealthGap #Capitalism #Economics #DeepSmarts
These notes explore how startups can thrive by embedding entrepreneurial management. Discover the keys to purposeful innovation and reducing risks in your venture. #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #DeepSmarts #Leadership
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Delve into the fascinating world of human cognition with Brian Nwokedi's insightful notes on Daniel Kahneman's 'Thinking, Fast and Slow.' Explore the dual systems of thinking, biases, and decision-making processes through this illuminating PDF.
Inspired by Daniel Kahneman's Thinking Fast and Slow, these notes explore the fast, intuitive System 1 and the slow, deliberate System 2. Recognize these patterns to minimize mistakes and improve your judgment. #Psychology #DeepSmarts #DecisionMaking
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Servant Leadership is hard! I know it's right, but my instincts often prioritize self. Inspired by Robert K. Greenleaf, I'm striving to balance these impulses. Great leaders are servants first. #Leadership #Empowerment #Transformation #DeepSmarts
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What we all achieve depends on talent (how fast we improve skill) and our effort. But as you can see in the above picture, effort factors in the calculations of achievement twice. This is because effort builds skill and at the very same time, effort makes skill productive!
Inspired by GRIT these notes explore how passion and perseverance drive success more than talent. GRIT is about determination and small impactful habits. Greatness is doable with effort and a growth mindset. #GRIT #Perseverance #Success #DeepSmarts
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Everything You Need to Know About Saving for Retirement highlights the power of saving 10-20% of your income, automating, and diversifying investments. It's not just where you invest, but how much you save. Follow these steps to secure your financial future. #Retirement #FinancialWisdom #DeepSmarts
In 2012, I called for the BCS to expand to a playoff system to increase fairness and excitement in college football. This season, we finally see the 12-team playoff in action. We got there in the end! #CollegeFootball #Playoffs #BCS #DeepSmarts Read More Here: www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/u...
An illustration by Brian Nwokedi inspired by "The Money Game" by George J.W. Goodman: Highlighting the irrational nature of the stock market and its true objectives. To succeed, understand the three irregular rules: (1) If you don't know who you are, this is an expensive place to find out. (2) The identity of the investor and the investing action must be coldly separated. (3) Find smart people.
Inspired by "The Money Game" by George J.W. Goodman: The stock market is irrational. To succeed, follow three rules: (1) Know yourself (2) Separate investor identity from actions (3) Find smart people. #StockMarket #Investing #FinancialWisdom #DeepSmarts
An illustration by Brian Nwokedi inspired by Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers": depicting the concept of seizing opportunities and overcoming arbitrary advantages. The image emphasizes the need to build a society that offers equal opportunities for all, moving beyond the patchwork of lucky breaks and historical accidents that currently determine success.
Inspired by "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell: Success comes from seizing opportunities and overcoming lucky breaks. Let's build a world with equal opportunities for all, moving beyond arbitrary advantages. #Outliers #Opportunity #Success #Equality #DeepSmarts
An illustration by Brian Nwokedi inspired by Malcolm Gladwell's "Blink": showcasing the concept of snap judgments and intuitive decision-making. The image captures the essence of knowing without understanding why, highlighting the power and mystery of quick, instinctive decisions that can often lead to better outcomes.
Inspired by "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell: To improve our decision-making, we must embrace the mysterious nature of snap judgments. Sometimes, knowing without knowing why is the best approach. #Blink #DecisionMaking #Intuition #Leadership #DeepSmarts
An illustration by Brian Nwokedi depicting the concept from Malcolm Gladwell's "The Tipping Point": a network of diverse individuals (Connectors, Mavens, and Salesmen) collaborating to spread innovative ideas. The image highlights how these key influencers translate complex messages into compelling, actionable insights that spark widespread change and create cultural epidemics. Drawing by Brian Nwokedi
Inspired by "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell: Connectors, Mavens, and Salesmen spark ideas that lead to action. Employ them to translate innovative ideas into resonating messages. Memorable ideas can transform industries. #Leadership #Innovation #ChangeMakers #TheTippingPoint #DeepSmarts
