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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.

Strategic sacrifices and cautious steps back can prevent chaos while ensuring progress. Dive deeper into this insightful approach by downloading my notes below 👇

https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Notes-on-Ben-Horowitz-The-Hard-Thing-About-Hard-Things-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

#business #entrepreneurship #management #leadership #booknotes #deepsmarts

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.

Understanding the roots of racist ideas is crucial. In Stamped From the Beginning, Ibram X. Kendi delves into the history of racism in America and the ineffective strategies used to combat it.

He explores how deeply entrenched discriminatory policies shape our society and why aligning self-interest with racial equality is essential for progress.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/3533262234

Deeper Analysis: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2021/02/racial-wealth-gap/.html

#BlackHistory #AntiRacism #Equality #BookReview #DeepSmarts

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. Learn how different perspectives can reshape our understanding of the past.

#BlackHistory
#History
#DeepSmarts
#BookReview

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notes-on-Michael-Harriort-Black-AF-History-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6249417052

The real power of #habit lies in understanding that you have the power to shape them.

While strong willpower is essential, occasional setbacks are natural. Embrace the journey of personal growth.

Dive into "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg to learn how to instill habits that elevate you to Human+.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1525640143

#Growth #Human+ #Resilience #Behavior #Psychology #BookReview #DeepSmarts

"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."

Discover the essence of Amazon's success with my one-page visual summary of "The #Amazon Way." These 14 leadership principles, centered around customer obsession, drive Amazon's innovation and dominance. Learn how these principles can transform your approach to leadership and business.

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/09/the-amazon-way/.html

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#AMZ
#DecisionMaking
#DeepSmarts
#Customer

"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.

We live in an embedded economy as socially adaptable humans working together within the boundaries of Earth and Society. #Economic Growth must be secondary!

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/12/doughnut-economics/.html

#Economics #Sustainability #DeepSmarts #BookReview #Capitalism #Climate

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

In Doughnut Economics, Kate Raworth explores a revolutionary economic model balancing social well-being and ecological sustainability.

Discover how shifting from GDP-focused growth to the Doughnut framework can help humanity and the planet thrive.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2516439753

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/12/doughnut-economics/.html

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#Sustainability
#DeepSmarts
#BookReview
#Capitalism
#Climate

Thinking like a 21st-century Economist can be simplified to 7 mind-shifts and a doughnut. One-page summary created by Brian Nwokedi and inspired by Kate Raworth's Doughnut Economics.

We live in an embedded economy as socially adaptable humans working together within the boundaries of Earth and Society. Growth is should be Secondary!

Inspired by Thomas Piketty's "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," my latest notes explore how wealth accumulation and inequality shape our society.

Discover how knowledge diffusion, educational policies, and strategic investments can bridge the wealth gap. Let's build a fairer, more equitable world.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Notes-on-Thomas-Piketty-Capital-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

#Inequality
#WealthGap
#Capitalism
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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 Peter Drucker's "Innovation and Entrepreneurship," my latest notes explores how startups can thrive by embedding entrepreneurial management.

Learn how to identify opportunities in unexpected events, demographic shifts, and new knowledge.

Discover the keys to purposeful innovation and reducing risks in your venture.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Notes-on-Peter-Drucker-Innovation-and-Entrepreneurship-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

#Startups
#Entrepreneurship
#Innovation
#DeepSmarts
#Leadership

Inspired by Daniel Kahneman's "Thinking Fast and Slow," these notes dive into the two systems of thought: the fast, intuitive System 1 and the slow, deliberate System 2. Learn how recognizing these patterns can help minimize decision-making mistakes and improve judgment. Embrace cognitive biases, and use insights to make better decisions.

#Psychology #CognitiveBias #DecisionMaking #BehavioralEconomics #DeepSmarts #ThinkingFastAndSlow

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/31.-Thinking-Fast-and-Slow-raw-notes.pdf

"Thinking Fast and Slow Picture Summary by Brian Nwokedi. There are two systems of thought: The Intuitive System 1 and the Effortful System 2. Inspired by Daniel Kahneman's work, this summary explores how recognizing these patterns can minimize decision-making mistakes and improve judgment. Embrace cognitive biases and use insights to make better decisions.

I've found applying Servant Leadership principles challenging. Intellectually, I know it's the right approach, but my instincts often prioritize self. Inspired by Robert K. Greenleaf's work, I'm striving to balance these conflicting impulses. Great leaders are servants first #ServantLeadership #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Empowerment #Transformation #DeepSmarts

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Notes-on-Servant-Leadership-by-Robert-K.-Greenleaf.pdf

Inspired by Angela Duckworth's work, the following notes explores how passion and perseverance drive success more than talent alone. From Steve Young's relentless determination to the small habits that make a big difference, learn how to develop and apply GRIT in your life. Greatness is doable with consistent effort and a growth mindset.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Notes-on-Angela-Duckworths-Grit-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5819358241

#GRIT #Perseverance #Success #DeepSmarts #Inspiration #Leadership

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 Ben Carlson's "Everything You Need to Know About Saving for Retirement," my latest article highlights the power of saving 10-20% of your income, automating savings, and diversifying investments. It's not just about where you invest, but how much you save. Follow these steps to secure your financial future.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Notes-on-Ben-Carlson-Saving-For-Retirement-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5780051444

#Retirement
#Wealth
#DeepSmarts
#FinancialWisdom
#BehavioralEconomics

"Everything You Need to Know About Savings for Retirement" by Ben Carlson is a concise yet insightful guide emphasizing the importance of your savings rate in retirement planning. In a complex financial landscape, Carlson's message is clear: it's not just about where you invest, but how much you save. With a straightforward approach, he empowers readers to focus on increasing their savings and maintaining consistency. This one-page visual guide by Brian Nwokedi helps you apply Carlson's principles to achieve financial security in retirement.

Success with money relies more on psychology than finance. 💰 Inspired by Morgan Housel's The Psychology of Money, I dive into how our behavior, more than our knowledge, shapes financial success. Discover why smart behavior beats smart thinking in building wealth and why even the brightest minds struggle with financial habits.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Notes-on-Morgan-Housel-Psychology-of-Money-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5897041162

#FinancialWisdom #BehaviorEconomics #Psychology #DeepSmarts #WealthBuilding

"The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel is an insightful guide that puts the spotlight of financial success squarely on the shoulders of human behavior. In this world of complexity, how you behave with money is more important than what you know about money. This one-page visual guide by Brian Nwokedi has been created to help you apply the learnings from Morgan Housel's book to your life.

"Success with money relies more on psychology than finance." 💰 Inspired by Morgan Housel's "The Psychology of Money," I dive into how our behavior, more than our knowledge, shapes financial success. Discover why smart behavior beats smart thinking in building wealth and why even the brightest minds struggle with financial habits.

#FinancialWisdom #BehavioralEconomics #Psychology #DeepSmarts #WealthBuilding #FortressBalanceSheet

In 2012, I called for the BCS to expand into a playoff system to increase fairness and excitement in college football. This season, we finally see the 12-team playoff in action. Glad we got there in the end! #CollegeFootball #Playoffs #BCS #DeepSmarts

Inspired by "The Money Game" by George J.W. Goodman: The stock market is an irrational game where the real objective isn't just making money. 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 that of the investing action must be coldly separated

(3) Find smart people.

#StockMarket #Investing #FinancialWisdom #DeepSmarts

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 "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell: Outliers succeed by seizing opportunities and overcoming lucky breaks. To build a better world, we need to replace arbitrary advantages with a society that provides equal opportunities for all. Let's create a fairer system where success is accessible to everyone, regardless of birth date or historical accidents. #Outliers #Opportunity #Success #Equality #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 "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 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 "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell: The Law of the Few highlights the power of exceptional people—Connectors, Mavens, and Salesmen—in sparking ideas that lead to action and create epidemics. To drive change, employ these key players to translate innovative ideas into compelling messages that resonate widely. Memorable ideas that move us to action can transform entire industries and communities. #Leadership #Innovation #ChangeMakers #TheTippingPoint #DeepSmarts

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