Adopted from the book titled “Switch” by Chip and Dan Heath.
Our rational brain referred to as the “rider” of the “elephant” or emotional brain gives us the unique capability to analyze a situation and take decisions.
In the absence of a clear direction , give a multiple range of options this unique rational brain lacks ditection and gets confused.This phenomenon is referred to as “decision paralysis”
A crystal clear direction helps prevent this phenomenon
The rational brain or “neo cortex” gives human beings the unique ability to analyze , rationalize & brainstorm , given a problem statement
On the other hand , limbic or emotional brain has been inherited from apes , gives us emotions e.g. feelings of love , affection etc.
To understand the respective arousal , nothing can be more apt than the following saying from Simon Sinek , adopted from the book titled “Together is Better”
“Our minds can be convinced but our hearts must be won”
The rider or the rational brain analyzes situation and provides the necessary direction to influence change.
The elephant or the emotional limbic brain understands only signals and provides the passion to influence change.
Thus for change to be driven both the “rider” and “elephant” need to be influenced with the necessary arousal to complement each other and produce the desired impact.
Adopted from the book titled “Switch” by Chip and Dan Heath.
Adopted from the book titled “Switch” from Chip and Dan Heath.
Three 3 steps to drive change are:
1) Direct the Rider – The rational brain referred to as the “Rider” needs to a crystal clear direction to be able to drive change
2)Motivate the elephant – Engaging the emotional limbic brain of humans that understands only signals , we encourage cooperation to drive change.This would help to get rid of mental exhaustion
3) Shape the Path – The situational problem can be influenced by better shaping the path to make change more likely
Simon Sinek “Together is Better” highlights the difference in the simplest possible manner.
Working hard for something we don’t care is called stress.Working hard for something we love is called passion.
A true masterclass.
Simon Sinek in his book “Together is Better” provides key insights related to the same.
The true value of a leader is not measured by the work they do.The true value of a leader is measured by the work they inspire others to do.
A true masterclass in leadership
Simon Sinek is “Together is Better” aptly points out the difference between a boss and a leader.
A boss has a title.A leader has the people.
True masterclass in leadership.
Simon Sinek in his book titled “Together is Better” illuminates us on this.
The value of our lives is not determined by what we do for ourselves.The value of our lives is determined by what we do others.
A true masterclass because after all what matters is fulfillment.
Simon Sinek in his book titled “Together is Better” clearly states the difference between excitement and fulfillment.
Excitement comes from the achievement , fulfillment comes from the journey that got you there.
Whereas excitement is no more than a short term “dopamine” shot , fulfillment os related to the flow of chemical named “oxytocin”.
A true masterclass
Simon Sinek in “Together is Better” defines “success” like noone can
Success is when reality looks like what’s in our imagination
A true masterclass.