Insights & Frameworks
The status quo bias mental model helps us understand why we resist change even when better options are obvious. It...
The signaling theory mental model shows how we share hidden qualities through our actions. For example, wearing a nice suit...
The half life mental model explains why what you know can become outdated quickly. It also explains what to do about...
The friction mental model shows why some actions are easy and others are hard. It’s about the obstacles that make...
The alloying mental model shows us that mixing different ideas and skills can lead to better results. It’s like how...
The relativity mental model explains why a $5 coffee seems like a bargain next to a $7 one. But it...
The social identity mental model shows how we see ourselves through group memberships. This includes our jobs, nationalities, politics, and...
The Double Entry System changed how we track money. It makes sure every deal has two sides. This keeps things...
Your brain makes snap judgments about others faster than you can finish this sentence. This instinct, the first impressions mental...
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