My Learning: "Richard Feynman’s Mental Models" by Peter Hollins

Chapter 1 Focus on not what you think but how you think. Think like a Martian, as if you’re new to the earth. Let go of preconceived notions and beliefs. Symbols assignments are not knowledge. Work hard…take a rest…work hard again. Taking a rest is part of the process. Scientific thinking is about the structure of how you think, make observations, and gather data. Make a guess about a law and conduct an experiment; if the law agrees with nature, then it supports your hypothesis....

January 16, 2025 · 2 min · Mihir

Beyond Urgency: Cultivating a Culture of Importance

In today’s fast-paced world, where the boundaries between work and personal life are increasingly blurred, the art of saying “no” has become more crucial than ever. It’s a lesson I’ve learned the hard way and one I remind myself everyday: not every request that comes our way deserves a “yes.” This understanding is foundational to managing our most finite resources—time and money. I’ve realized that the barrage of tasks and requests thrown at us daily requires a discerning eye....

January 19, 2024 · 2 min · Mihir

Leading by Listening: What I Think Is Often Missing in Many Leaders

Leaders focus more on articulating their visions, motivating teams, and effectively communicating strategies and messages. However, an often-overlooked aspect of effective leadership is the listening. I feel like there is a common misconception that leaders must dominate conversations to assert authority, lead and guide their team on the righteous path. In my opinion, the essence of true leadership lies not just in the ability to speak but, perhaps more importantly, in the capacity to listen....

January 14, 2024 · 2 min · Mihir

My Learning from "Mindset: The Psychology of Success" by Carol Dweck

“Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” explains the difference between fixed and growth mindsets. A fixed mindset sees talent and intelligence as fixed, tending to avoid challenges and fearing failures—“If you were a genius, you wouldn’t have to work at this.” On the other hand, a growth mindset views challenges as opportunities for development, understanding that effort leads to mastery and intelligence can be cultivated. Main Concepts Fixed Mindset: Belief that skills and intelligence are innate and unchangeable....

November 17, 2023 · 2 min · Mihir