Dead Horse Theory: What If Your Project Is on Life Support?
My take on the Dead Horse Theory, a classic management enigma. Can it only be solved with more ancient horse wisdom? No. But it’s worth a try.
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My take on the Dead Horse Theory, a classic management enigma. Can it only be solved with more ancient horse wisdom? No. But it’s worth a try.
An exploration of the science of bullshit, a peculiar research field asking all the right questions. Can you bullshit a bullshitter?
A brief reflection on a personal elevator dream. A story about claustrophobia, success, transcendence and Roman Emperors.
A reflection on the Tenth Man Rule, a form of institutionalised devil’s advocacy. How can we benefit from a professional pain in the neck?
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A reflection on five potentially toxic leadership behaviours that may be signs of a toxic workplace. How much slack should you cut your boss?
A reflection on the ship of Theseus, a thought experiment that raises an intriguing question about our identity and its evolution over time.
A reflection on five ways we can reap the hidden benefits of strawmanning, a fallacy from the world of arguing and debating.
A reflection on the counterproductive habit to steal other people’s problems. How can we be helpful without becoming kleptomaniacs?
A reflection on the top 5 intuitive traps, common but hidden barriers to critical thinking. What are they and how can we overcome them?
Revisit the critical thinking, philosophy and storytelling posts of the past with The Mind Collection Quiz #2