MIT Scientist On The Radical “GEEK WAY” Mindset that Drives Extraordinary Results & The 2 Important Forces Shaping The Global Economy
Are you a geek? A curious person, one who's not afraid to tackle hard problems and embrace unconventional solutions? Geeks in business have created a new culture based around four norms...
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Why does being a ‘geek’ excel your business and leadership career? Geeks in business have created a new culture based around four norms: science, ownership, speed, and openness.
You will find that the more you are relentlessly curious, the more you will push the boundaries and surpass your goals and ambitions. In today’s discussion, I sit down with Dr. Andrew Mcafee, best-selling author of “The Geek Way" and research scientist at MIT. We’ll explore what it means to embrace unconventional solutions, tackle difficult problems, & science-backed strategies to maximize growth and cohesion of your teams.
You Will Learn:
The difference between an entrepreneur and geek & identifying which is more successful in business.
Why globalization is so crucial in today’s world.
How to build a company where people feel comfortable speaking up
What it means to lead “the geek way.”
How bureaucracy is killing businesses today.
The importance of norms and how establish them inside of your company.
Listen or watch the full discussion below:
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