Chapter
Lessons Learned from Conversations with Chef Heston Blumenthal
1:09:44 - 1:19:59 (10:14)
The speaker reflects on the insightful conversations with Chef Heston Blumenthal and his ability to ask people in different ways but getting to the same end result of what interesting thing are you working on, and also shares lessons on striving for excellence and fairness in decision-making.
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The importance of holding a high standard and not settling for less, but also being mindful of not becoming a tyrant and pushing a team too far.
1:09:44 - 1:11:35 (01:51)
Summary
The importance of holding a high standard and not settling for less, but also being mindful of not becoming a tyrant and pushing a team too far.
ChapterLessons Learned from Conversations with Chef Heston Blumenthal
Episode#173: Lessons from Geniuses, Billionaires, and Tinkerers
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The CEO of a company acknowledges that in order to make correct decisions, it is vital to step back and consider the context and visibility of the person making the decision.
1:11:35 - 1:13:47 (02:11)
Summary
The CEO of a company acknowledges that in order to make correct decisions, it is vital to step back and consider the context and visibility of the person making the decision. While a CEO must ensure that their team members do not make foolish mistakes, they should try to set the context for team members and find a solution instead of mandating their own opinion.
ChapterLessons Learned from Conversations with Chef Heston Blumenthal
Episode#173: Lessons from Geniuses, Billionaires, and Tinkerers
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The guest speaks about the curiosity of Heston Blumenthal, including his ability to ask incredible questions, challenge conventional wisdom, and test culinary lore.
1:13:47 - 1:16:24 (02:36)
Summary
The guest speaks about the curiosity of Heston Blumenthal, including his ability to ask incredible questions, challenge conventional wisdom, and test culinary lore.
ChapterLessons Learned from Conversations with Chef Heston Blumenthal
Episode#173: Lessons from Geniuses, Billionaires, and Tinkerers
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Heston Blumenthal discusses a conversation with Oxford psychologist Charles Spence on his sensory research, explaining the fascinating effects of juxtaposing vertical temperatures and providing an intriguing example of an instrument he created to produce the result.
1:16:24 - 1:19:59 (03:34)
Summary
Heston Blumenthal discusses a conversation with Oxford psychologist Charles Spence on his sensory research, explaining the fascinating effects of juxtaposing vertical temperatures and providing an intriguing example of an instrument he created to produce the result.