Introducing "Food for Thought" #69. The formula is simple: three short messages once a week to feed your mind.
Management
The beginner's mindset
Adopt a beginner's mentality, devoid of preconceived ideas, expectations, judgments and prejudices. This inquisitive state of mind allows for wonder and amazement.
Remember: "Even if I know the subject well, I start from a position of humility where I can continually learn."
"In the mind of the beginner, there are many possibilities, but in the mind of the expert, there are few."
- Shunryu Suzuki
Leadership
Overcoming the fear of looking stupid
The fear of saying something "stupid" has censored far more good ideas than bad ones. By adopting the beginner's mindset, you overcome this fear, opening the door to a multitude of innovative ideas. Don't fear the judgment of others, embrace your curiosity and your ability to ask questions.
Motivation
The best swordsman in the world
"Some things can beat intelligence and vision. Clumsiness and stupidity can. The best swordsman in the world doesn't need to fear the second-best swordsman in the world; no, the person he needs to fear is an ignorant antagonist who's never had a sword in his hand before; he doesn't do what he should and so the expert isn't prepared for him; he does what he shouldn't; and often catches the expert and kills him on the spot."
-Mark Twain
