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Studying Historical Figures for Success
29:40 - 35:39 (05:58)
The visibility bias towards modern YouTube entrepreneurs can lead us to overlook valuable lessons from historical figures like Rockefeller. By studying what has survived throughout history, we can discover hidden gems for success.
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The way we identify ourselves can have a big impact on our actions and decisions, from quitting smoking to signing a petition.
29:40 - 31:35 (01:54)
Summary
The way we identify ourselves can have a big impact on our actions and decisions, from quitting smoking to signing a petition.
ChapterStudying Historical Figures for Success
Episode#069 - George MacGill - Mental Models 101 - How To Make Better Decisions
PodcastModern Wisdom
In the age of instant information, it can be difficult to discern what's true and what's fleeting.
31:35 - 33:01 (01:25)
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In the age of instant information, it can be difficult to discern what's true and what's fleeting. One can assume that a blog post that's been around for a day will not have a lasting impact, whereas a historic text will continue to hold relevance for generations to come.
ChapterStudying Historical Figures for Success
Episode#069 - George MacGill - Mental Models 101 - How To Make Better Decisions
PodcastModern Wisdom
The popularity of modern YouTube entrepreneurs may be due to the visibility bias, where their success is more visible and accessible to viewers than the historical achievements of society changers like John Rockefeller and Benjamin Franklin.
33:01 - 35:39 (02:37)
Summary
The popularity of modern YouTube entrepreneurs may be due to the visibility bias, where their success is more visible and accessible to viewers than the historical achievements of society changers like John Rockefeller and Benjamin Franklin.