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Patterns tagged with "reflection"
Build your knowledge portfolio
Take stock, Evaluate, and Invest wisely.
problem:Knowledge workers often struggle to effectively allocate their learning efforts, leading to underutilised skills, outdated knowledge, and missed opportunities for growth.
description:Apply a structured approach for regularly assessing and balancing personal knowledge portfolios, enabling informed decisions on where to invest time and effort for maximum growth.
Cognitive Biases
We will perceive it, when we believe it
description:Systematic errors in thinking that affect decision-making and perception by creating a subjective reality.
problem:You often struggle with deciding what to do next, feeling uncertain about which choice would be most beneficial for you.
description:Use a systematic framework to make informed decisions by evaluating your resources — Support, Time, Energy, Attention, and Money.
Books tagged with "reflection"
Holiday, R. (2016) Ego Is the Enemy. Portfolio. isbn: 978-1591847816.
In “Ego Is the Enemy”, Holiday presents a contemporary exploration of Stoic principles, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and resilience
when faced with adversity. He weaves a compelling narrative by drawing on the stories of historical figures to illustrate how unchecked success
can corrupt one’s character.
The book is a mix of inspirational success stories and cautionary tales, offering readers a fresh perspective on their own decisions. After reading
Ego Is the Enemy, individuals are encouraged to reflect on a fundamental question: “Do I aspire to do something meaningful, or do I seek to be
important?” This thought-provoking book challenges readers to examine their ambitions and the role of ego in their pursuit of success and
fulfilment.
Pragmatic Thinking and Learning
Refactor Your Wetware
Hunt, A. (2008) Pragmatic Thinking and Learning. The Pragmatic Bookshelf. isbn: 978-1934356050.
Dive into your own brain and learn about efficient learning. Hunt discusses various techniques that have helped him stay on top of his game over a career spanning decades. As a professional, your main weapon is your ability to learn. Unfortunately, many of us are left to our own devices in figuring out which approaches work well for us. This book helps by providing a plethora of time-proven learning techniques and tools to discover your own preferences.
Kahneman, D. (2011) Thinking, Fast and Slow. Farrar, Straus and Giroux. isbn: 978-0374275631.
Harper, F. G.; Biel, J. (2020) How to Be Accountable. Blackstone Publishing. isbn: 978-1665036573.
Accountability is an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility for and to repair the harm caused by one’s actions. In “How to Be Accountable,” authors Harper and Biel explore the concept of accountability and its significance in personal and professional settings. The book provides practical advice on how to cultivate accountability, emphasizing the importance of integrity, honesty, and transparency.