Ride The Grey

Flywheels are everywhere. They're in our homes,  the machines and technologies we use, and the companies we love.Think of them like a multifaceted feedback loop. Not always easy to get started, but after they get going, self-sustaining momentum making machines. Like of a runaway snowball.In today's episode we discuss:What is a flywheel? How flywheels turned Amazon and Uber into powerhousesThe process of creating your very own flywheel The Doom LoopWait, isn't a flywheel the opposite of variation, autonomy and differential learning?  This might just be the most applicable episode we've released so far. You're definitely going to want a piece of paper and pen for this one!As always, you can connect with us on:Instagram: @ridethegreyTwitter:  @ridethegreyEmail: ridethegrey@gmail.com   

Imagine this. Steve Jobs walks into the room and asks you and your team to design the first Apple mouse. Where do you even begin? Our guest, Dennis Boyle (a founding partner at IDEO) was  IN THAT ROOM. On today's episode he walks us through the process of design thinking and why it's more aptly called "human centered design". While Dennis is definitely experienced when it comes to helping companies design groundbreaking products and services, I wanted to talk to him about:Designing for experience and behaviorThe role of creativity and iteration in design thinkingHow a non-designer can apply these principles in their own lifeWhy changing behavior is most effectively done in groupsIf you want more, Dennis suggests checking out:Books:The Art of Innovation by Tom KelleyThe Ten Faces of Innovation by Tom KelleyCreative Confidence by Tom Kelley Online Tools:https://www.ideo.org/toolshttps://www.ideou.com/As always, you can contact us at:ridethegrey@gmail.comTwitter and IG: @ridethegrey  

"If you're not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you've released it too late" - Reid Hoffman. In other words, as an entrepreneur, if you're not constantly evolving, testing and releasing imperfect products, you're probably going to get left behind. But what does this mean for us? As it turns out, there's a name for the behavior that allows for this constant innovation: the iterative mindset. Today we are talking about what it means to engage in this kind of thinking and how to operate on the edge of failure. We also talk about:Rewiring human behavior to create lasting changeHabenula activation and why we are resistant to risk, failure and changeThe Lean Start Up ModelUsing embedded testing and human feedbackHow are you innovating or using the Lean Start Up Model in your line of work? Do you consider yourself an entrepreneur? We want to hear from you!!Listen to Dr. Kyra Bobinet on the Sigma Nutrition PodcastReach out to  us:Via Instagram: @ridethegreyVia Twitter: @ridethegreyVia our website: ridethegrey.simplecast.comEmail: ridethegrey@gmail.com 

We've all heard the terms misinformation and fake news, but what do they actually mean? And more importantly, why are they so important to recognize? Today we bring you an interview with a member of Facebook's misinformation team - Andrea Vallone.This is a truly unique look behind the curtain at a company that is shaping our generation. We discuss everything from:What is misinformation and why should we care?The difference between misinformation and an opinionHow Facebook uses dissent to test products before going to marketWhat it's like to work on policy that will affect 2.7 BILLION usersFiction, escapism and trying to better understand the human conditionAs always, we'd love to hear from you. Please reach out to us or send us an email:Connect with us:Via Instagram: @ridethegreyVia Twitter: @ridethegreyVia our website: ridethegrey.simplecast.comEmail: ridethegrey@gmail.com 

What do Apollo 13, Colin Kaepernick, the Israeli Army and your best friend all have in common?  How about purposeful and skilled dissent...Let's face it, as much as an opposing opinion can frustrate us, it can also make us better by forcing us to examine and refine our decisions.So while it may be an oxymoron,  disagreement can be agreeable when done skillfully.  Today we discuss: Why dissent is absolutely necessary (and at times, life saving)...Characteristics of a skilled dissenterWhen does dissent go too far?How to tell the difference between dissent and crazyIf you want to dissent about anything in this episode, let us know!Email: ridethegrey@gmail.comTwitter: @ridethegreyInstagram: @ridethegrey

Still not completely sold on the idea of differential learning or how to apply it? We've got you covered. On today's episode we discuss how to introduce this and other complex / abstract concepts with the Mental Performance Coordinator for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Andy Bass.We also cover:What happens when we let people choose their own feedback...A coach's need for controlRe-imagining best practices for learning and development in sportUsing film & movies to combat cognitive entrenchmentAs we've said before, we want to hear from you! Where do you see differential learning and cognitive entrenchment pop up in your own life? How can/do you apply these concepts in your organization? Reach out to us at:Email: ridethegrey@gmail.comTwitter: @ridethegreyInstagram: @ridethegrey

Is it better to practice a skill over and over until we can execute it with laser precision or…. Should we practice it a million different ways so we are ready for any context and any situation?  Today we contrast the classical and differential models of learning while exploring how error and noise can make a signal stronger and more robust. We also discuss:The real definition of differential learning and the boundary between error and noiseWhy more information isn’t always a good thingHow DL can lead to better self-organization, autonomy, and meditative statesAre you sure differential learning isn’t taking it too far?If you want to learn more about Differential Learning, check a few of the resources mentioned today: The Nonlinear Nature of Learning - A Differential Learning Approach (Wolfgang Schollhorn)Action and Perception Podcast - Episode 304: Interview with Wolfgang SchollhornWe’d love to hear how you think about differential learning in your domain. Reach out and let us know!Connect with us:Via Instagram: @ridethegreyVia Twitter: @ridethegreyVia our website: ridethegrey.simplecast.comEmail: ridethegrey@gmail.com

In addition to the who, what, when & wheres, we also discuss:Wait, another podcast, really??Going lateral vs. going deepDefining “expert”Is it possible for an expert to avoid entrenchment?Dynamic environments and outside domain thinkingIf you want to learn more about cognitive entrenchment, check out the article discussed today:Reconsidering The Trade-Off Between Expertise And Flexibility: A Cognitive Entrenchment Perspective (Eric Dane, 2010)Connect with us:Via Instagram: @ridethegreyVia Twitter: @ridethegreyVia Email: ridethegrey@gmail.comVia our website: ridethegrey.simplecast.com