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Tag: finite and infinite games

  • Who is James Carse?

    The renowned professor who is known for the very famous book titled “Finite And Infinite Games”.

    Finite Games have fixed set of players , fixed set of rules , playing for a fixed duration with finite resources.The goal is to win in the finite game.

    Whereas in an infinite game there are no fixed rules.The players may choose to play or drop out since the duration is infinite in nature.There is nothing like winning , in an infinite game.

    This is the book and concept that inspired Simon Sinek to write his book titled “The Infinite Game”.

  • The need of an infinite game mindset

    Infinite vs finite game mindset

    Simon Sinek’s Infinite Game outlines the need of possessing an infinite mindset in leading our day-to-day lives. This is irrespective of the context be it work or family. Outlined below is a comparison between the two kinds of mindset and the benefits of an infinite mindset.

    Finite mindset Infinite mindset
    Focus is on the short term Focus is on the long term
    Focus is on “Me” Focus is on “Us”
    Not achieving expected results leads to stress , anxiety , loss of trust The mindset focuses on betterment of oneself. The focus is to make oneself better by the day.
    The focus is on beating the competition The focus is on making a better version of oneself without being fussy about competition
    Focus on short term oriented results does not lead to any long term benefits to society Leads to socially beneficial effects
    This kind of mindset never leaves a legacy behind Focus is on leaving behind a legacy which can transcend generations