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Productive Failure
Manage episode 443245994 series 2331
What if failure isn't just something to be tolerated and learned from, but actually something to be designed for?
In this episode, we delve into an unconventional approach to success through the lens of failure.
We are joined by Manu Kapur, a learning scientist and author of the book "Productive Failure." Manu believes that failure should not just be something we learn from when it happens, but something we should design for deliberately. This proactive stance on failure can accelerate learning and growth. He highlights the distinction between traditional views that stigmatize failure and a more constructive approach that celebrates effort and risk-taking.
Understanding our own knowledge boundaries through failure is a central theme discussed. Failed attempts reveal the limit of what we know and spotlight the gaps in our understanding. This awareness is crucial for deeper learning and personal growth.
To further illustrate the lessons from failure, Todd shares a personal story about taking up running post-injury. His journey from struggling to run a mile to becoming an avid runner underscores how small, incremental progress—even in the face of failure—leads to significant achievement.
Key Learnings from the Episode:
1. Redefining Failure: Viewing failure as a learning opportunity rather than a setback can lead to greater resilience and success.
2. Designing for Failure: Proactively integrating failure into learning processes can accelerate growth and understanding.
3. Intrinsic Curiosity: Embracing uncertainty and the desire to figure things out is a natural human trait that fosters innovation and learning.
4. Awareness of Limits: Recognizing the boundaries of our knowledge through failure is essential for deep learning.
5. Progress Over Perfection: Celebrating small, daily wins and incremental progress, even through failures, fuels long-term success.
Get full interviews and daily content in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.app.
Mentioned in this episode:
Herding Tigers Online Course - December 13th
Due to popular request, we're planning an online Herding Tigers Creative Leader Course on Friday, December 13th. You'll learn the seven core things that every talented, ambitious team needs from you as a leader. Space is limited, so to get notifications when signups are open visit HerdingTigersCourse.com.
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Manage episode 443245994 series 2331
What if failure isn't just something to be tolerated and learned from, but actually something to be designed for?
In this episode, we delve into an unconventional approach to success through the lens of failure.
We are joined by Manu Kapur, a learning scientist and author of the book "Productive Failure." Manu believes that failure should not just be something we learn from when it happens, but something we should design for deliberately. This proactive stance on failure can accelerate learning and growth. He highlights the distinction between traditional views that stigmatize failure and a more constructive approach that celebrates effort and risk-taking.
Understanding our own knowledge boundaries through failure is a central theme discussed. Failed attempts reveal the limit of what we know and spotlight the gaps in our understanding. This awareness is crucial for deeper learning and personal growth.
To further illustrate the lessons from failure, Todd shares a personal story about taking up running post-injury. His journey from struggling to run a mile to becoming an avid runner underscores how small, incremental progress—even in the face of failure—leads to significant achievement.
Key Learnings from the Episode:
1. Redefining Failure: Viewing failure as a learning opportunity rather than a setback can lead to greater resilience and success.
2. Designing for Failure: Proactively integrating failure into learning processes can accelerate growth and understanding.
3. Intrinsic Curiosity: Embracing uncertainty and the desire to figure things out is a natural human trait that fosters innovation and learning.
4. Awareness of Limits: Recognizing the boundaries of our knowledge through failure is essential for deep learning.
5. Progress Over Perfection: Celebrating small, daily wins and incremental progress, even through failures, fuels long-term success.
Get full interviews and daily content in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.app.
Mentioned in this episode:
Herding Tigers Online Course - December 13th
Due to popular request, we're planning an online Herding Tigers Creative Leader Course on Friday, December 13th. You'll learn the seven core things that every talented, ambitious team needs from you as a leader. Space is limited, so to get notifications when signups are open visit HerdingTigersCourse.com.
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