Term originating in psychology to describe a concern for the next generation
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In episode 5 Dr. Karyne Messina and Dr. Harry Gill talked about what can happen when middle-age and older adults watch screens too much as opposed to engaging in other important tasks in life during Erik Eriksson's last two stages of development. In the “Generativity versus Stagnation” stage (ages 40-65), productive individuals focus on contributing to society by raising families, engaging in meaningful work, and connecting with their communities. This can't be done in optimal ways when people spend too much time watching screens. Excessive screen time may also lead to a sense of stagnation if it prevents individuals from engaging in life in meaningful ways. In the “Integrity vs. Despair” stage (65+ years old), people who are connected to others don't watch screens excessively because they are engaged in life in their later years reflecting on what they have accomplished whether it is through writing books or sharing information with others in different ways. Too much screen time can interfere with the ability to engage in a meaningful review of one's life. Instead of sharing wisdom with younger generations, older adults who focus of watching screens for many hours a day may become isolated and disconnected from real-world interactions, potentially leading to a sense of despair. Dr. Messina discussed the fact that adults who spend 6 or more hours a day on social media platforms tend to be much more depressed and anxious than those who don't. Dr. Gill talked about the effects of too much screentime on sleep, explaining how blue light emitted by screens interferes with falling asleep because of the lack of production of melatonin. This prevents people from falling asleep. They both talked about the benefits of turning off phones and televisions early in the evening so that a person, couple or family can have quality time participating in some type of meaningful activity versus watching what people on screens are saying or doing. Another topic included in this podcast and YouTube video outlined ways to mitigate problems associated with too much screen time. Dr. Messina focused on the importance of community which she thinks is important at all ages. If getting together in person isn't possible, talking with a friend on the phone is better than using this device for passive purposes such as scrolling through social media posts. Dr. Gill reminded people how important it is to meet in person and said some of his patients have actually enjoyed going back to work full-time once they have gotten used to it again. He added that screen aren't always negative later in life if people aren't able to meet in person. For example, if older people can't drive or easily meet with friends or family members in person, he said some of his patients have weekly Zoom meetings with others which helps them feel connected. Drs. Gill and Messina talked about being addicted to screens and what people can do about this condition which starts with a commitment to set limits and make rules about screentime. Finding other worthwhile or pleasurable activities was included in the discussion such as listening to music, reading, painting, doing crossword puzzles, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society
In episode 5 Dr. Karyne Messina and Dr. Harry Gill talked about what can happen when middle-age and older adults watch screens too much as opposed to engaging in other important tasks in life during Erik Eriksson's last two stages of development. In the “Generativity versus Stagnation” stage (ages 40-65), productive individuals focus on contributing to society by raising families, engaging in meaningful work, and connecting with their communities. This can't be done in optimal ways when people spend too much time watching screens. Excessive screen time may also lead to a sense of stagnation if it prevents individuals from engaging in life in meaningful ways. In the “Integrity vs. Despair” stage (65+ years old), people who are connected to others don't watch screens excessively because they are engaged in life in their later years reflecting on what they have accomplished whether it is through writing books or sharing information with others in different ways. Too much screen time can interfere with the ability to engage in a meaningful review of one's life. Instead of sharing wisdom with younger generations, older adults who focus of watching screens for many hours a day may become isolated and disconnected from real-world interactions, potentially leading to a sense of despair. Dr. Messina discussed the fact that adults who spend 6 or more hours a day on social media platforms tend to be much more depressed and anxious than those who don't. Dr. Gill talked about the effects of too much screentime on sleep, explaining how blue light emitted by screens interferes with falling asleep because of the lack of production of melatonin. This prevents people from falling asleep. They both talked about the benefits of turning off phones and televisions early in the evening so that a person, couple or family can have quality time participating in some type of meaningful activity versus watching what people on screens are saying or doing. Another topic included in this podcast and YouTube video outlined ways to mitigate problems associated with too much screen time. Dr. Messina focused on the importance of community which she thinks is important at all ages. If getting together in person isn't possible, talking with a friend on the phone is better than using this device for passive purposes such as scrolling through social media posts. Dr. Gill reminded people how important it is to meet in person and said some of his patients have actually enjoyed going back to work full-time once they have gotten used to it again. He added that screen aren't always negative later in life if people aren't able to meet in person. For example, if older people can't drive or easily meet with friends or family members in person, he said some of his patients have weekly Zoom meetings with others which helps them feel connected. Drs. Gill and Messina talked about being addicted to screens and what people can do about this condition which starts with a commitment to set limits and make rules about screentime. Finding other worthwhile or pleasurable activities was included in the discussion such as listening to music, reading, painting, doing crossword puzzles, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In episode 5 Dr. Karyne Messina and Dr. Harry Gill talked about what can happen when middle-age and older adults watch screens too much as opposed to engaging in other important tasks in life during Erik Eriksson's last two stages of development. In the “Generativity versus Stagnation” stage (ages 40-65), productive individuals focus on contributing to society by raising families, engaging in meaningful work, and connecting with their communities. This can't be done in optimal ways when people spend too much time watching screens. Excessive screen time may also lead to a sense of stagnation if it prevents individuals from engaging in life in meaningful ways. In the “Integrity vs. Despair” stage (65+ years old), people who are connected to others don't watch screens excessively because they are engaged in life in their later years reflecting on what they have accomplished whether it is through writing books or sharing information with others in different ways. Too much screen time can interfere with the ability to engage in a meaningful review of one's life. Instead of sharing wisdom with younger generations, older adults who focus of watching screens for many hours a day may become isolated and disconnected from real-world interactions, potentially leading to a sense of despair. Dr. Messina discussed the fact that adults who spend 6 or more hours a day on social media platforms tend to be much more depressed and anxious than those who don't. Dr. Gill talked about the effects of too much screentime on sleep, explaining how blue light emitted by screens interferes with falling asleep because of the lack of production of melatonin. This prevents people from falling asleep. They both talked about the benefits of turning off phones and televisions early in the evening so that a person, couple or family can have quality time participating in some type of meaningful activity versus watching what people on screens are saying or doing. Another topic included in this podcast and YouTube video outlined ways to mitigate problems associated with too much screen time. Dr. Messina focused on the importance of community which she thinks is important at all ages. If getting together in person isn't possible, talking with a friend on the phone is better than using this device for passive purposes such as scrolling through social media posts. Dr. Gill reminded people how important it is to meet in person and said some of his patients have actually enjoyed going back to work full-time once they have gotten used to it again. He added that screen aren't always negative later in life if people aren't able to meet in person. For example, if older people can't drive or easily meet with friends or family members in person, he said some of his patients have weekly Zoom meetings with others which helps them feel connected. Drs. Gill and Messina talked about being addicted to screens and what people can do about this condition which starts with a commitment to set limits and make rules about screentime. Finding other worthwhile or pleasurable activities was included in the discussion such as listening to music, reading, painting, doing crossword puzzles, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology
In this episode of Patriarchy Principles, host Jay Young engages with Deborah Heiser, an expert in developmental psychology, to explore the themes of aging, mentorship, and generativity. They discuss how aging can be a time of growth and opportunity, the importance of mentorship in passing down knowledge and values, and the emotional trajectory that often improves with age. Deborah shares her journey into the field, the significance of generativity in midlife, and how mentorship can bridge generational gaps. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentional connections that uplift future generations and the emotional aspects of aging that often go unrecognized. Takeaways Aging can be a time of growth and opportunity. Mentorship is critical for personal and community development. Generativity is an emotional milestone that occurs in midlife. People often become happier as they age. The emotional trajectory improves with age, despite physical decline. Mentorship allows for the passing down of values and knowledge. Intentional connections can uplift and empower future generations. Aging is not just about physical decline but emotional growth. Identity plays a significant role in how we perceive ourselves as we age. Cultural and familial values are crucial in bridging generational gaps. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mentorship and Aging 05:36 Understanding Aging: Myths and Realities 10:49 Midlife Reflections and Generational Perspectives 16:32 Finding Meaning and Fulfillment in Aging 26:51 The Meaning of Midlife and Generosity 33:33 The Role of Mentorship in Leadership 39:45 Qualities of a Good Mentor 50:13 Bridging Generational Gaps Through Mentorship Check out the Website for Interactive Activity Guides, Resources, Full Transcripts, all things YDP- www.youngdadpod.com Clink the Link for YDP Deals (Joon, Forefathers &more)- https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Want to be a guest on Young Dad Podcast? Send Jey Young a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly consider a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod
What is Generativity? Deborah Heiser, Founder of The Mentor Project shares her insight, TEDx Speaker and Author, Specialist in redefining what being old looks and feels like. https://deborahheiser.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-heiser-phd/
Are You Ready to Leave a Legacy? Join Merry and Cathy, as they dive into the transformative power of mentorship with the inspiring Deborah Heiser! Ever wondered how aging can be a source of happiness and fulfillment? Deborah, an expert in developmental psychology, shares her journey and insights on breaking stereotypes about aging. Discover how to identify your "superpowers" beyond your career and why generativity is key to a meaningful life. Plus, learn how The Mentor Project is changing lives globally. Tune in to explore how mentorship can enrich your life and community!Deborah Heiser's Bio:Dr. Deborah Heiser is the CEO/Founder of The Mentor Project, author of The Mentorship Edge, and an Applied Developmental Psychologist. She has been featured at TEDx, Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches, Thinkers 50 Radar List, Psychology Today and is also an Adjunct Professor in the Psychology Department at SUNY Old Westbury.Connect with Deborah:Mentor Project: www.mentorproject.orgWebsite: www.deborahheiser.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebbieHeiserFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMentorProjectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborah_heisertmp/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-heiser-phd/Substack: https://substack.com/@deborahheiserphd?Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/contributors/deborah-heiser-phdThank you for listening. Please check out @lateboomers on Instagram and our website lateboomers.biz. If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to watch it or listen to more of our episodes, you will find Late Boomers on your favorite podcast platform and on our new YouTube Late Boomers Podcast Channel. We hope we have inspired you and we look forward to your becoming a member of our Late Boomers family of subscribers.
to watch this episode, subscribe to my YouTube channel: optYOUmize podcast Youtube optYOUmize is sponsored by: Renew Youth - aging made better Strawberry.me - personal coaching BetterHelp online therapy HelloFresh - America's #1 Meal Kit Amazfit - smartwatches and fitness wearables Summary Brett Ingram speaks with Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist specializing in midlife and aging. They discuss the societal biases surrounding aging, the emotional benefits of growing older, and the importance of mentorship. Deborah shares her journey into psychology, the positive aspects of aging, and how the Mentor Project connects experienced mentors with students. The conversation emphasizes the value of generativity and the need for meaningful connections across generations. Visit http://www.mentorproject.org to find out more about The Mentor Project, and connect with Deborah on LinkedIn. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Aging and Psychology 06:02 Age-Related Bias in Society 11:53 Generativity and Mentorship 18:00 Defining Mentorship 27:01 The Mentor Project 34:06 Final Thoughts and Tips for Success #aging #mentorship #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #optyoumize #brettingram #entrepreneurpodcast #podmatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textJoin us on the Living the Dream podcast with Curveball, where we explore the fascinating world of aging with psychologist, author, and professor Deborah Heiser. Discover the profound connection between mentoring and aging, and how it can transform lives. Deborah shares insights from her research and her work with the Mentor Project, which has provided millions in mentorship hours worldwide. Learn about the essence of mentorship, preparing for retirement, bridging generational gaps, and the importance of traditions. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!www.deborahheiser.comWant to be a guest on Living the Dream with Curveball? Send Curtis Jackson a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1628631536976x919760049303001600
Send us a textGenerativity: Talkin' 'Bout Gettin' Older#aging #generativity #author #midlifecrisis #mentor Deborah Heiser, Ph.D., is an Applied Developmental Psychologist, a TEDx speaker, consultant, author, and Founder of The Mentor Project, and an Adjunct Professor in the Psychology Department at SUNY Old Westbury.Deborah has additionally authored peer-reviewed articles, is co-editor of Spiritual Assessment and Intervention with Older Adults, and a frequent expert guest for syndicated and local talk radio shows, international and local podcasts, and print and online media outlets.She has been quoted in The New York Times, Seattle Times, Dallas Times and contributes to Thrive Global. Her research covers a wide range of topics related to aging, including depression identification, dementia, and frailty with grants awarded from NIA/NIH and Pfizer. She received an international award for her research on depression identification, as well as serving for 9 years on the Board of the State Society on Aging of New York and was President in 2008. Later In 2016, she served as President of Queens Psychological Association in New York.Website: https://deborahheiser.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMentorProjectX: https://twitter.com/deborahheiserYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgloWlcUknm7fsybXflq8wInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentor_project/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-heiser-phd-3963693/Thanks for tuning in, please be sure to click that subscribe button and give this a thumbs up!!Email: thevibesbroadcast@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/listen_to_the_vibes_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevibesbroadcastnetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastTikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeuTVRv2/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheVibesBrdcstTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@KoyoteRumi.aiAll-in-one meeting tool with real-time transcription & searchable Meeting Memory™For all our social media and other links, go to: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/the_vibes_broadcastPlease subscribe, like, and share!
Guest: Hara Estroff Marano, Editor-at-Large, Psychology TodayHost: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Dr. Deborah Heiser, the founder and CEO of The Mentor Project™, is a leading figure in the field of aging. Her work, which brings experts to mentor students worldwide for free, has had a significant impact. As an applied developmental psychologist, a TEDx speaker, and a Psychology Today contributor, she specializes in midlife and beyond. Her research, which covers a wide range of topics related to aging, has been recognized with grants awarded from NIA/NIH and Pfizer. A frequent expert guest on syndicated and local talk radio shows, Deborah contends that our most precious natural resources are not coal, oil and gas but intellect, expertise, and skills. She is a proponent of utilizing our world experts through mentorship and firmly believes that we are all built to give back. Coming out in 2024 is a new book titled “The Mentorship Edge.” More details about Deborah at https://mentorproject.org/mentor/deborah-heiser/ More information about Dan Pontefract at https://www.danpontefract.com/
Stagnation has been defined as the "state of not flowing or moving, lack of activity, growth, and development as well as a situation in which something stays the same." Generativity vs. Stagnation is one of the stages in Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. This particular stage is connected to finding meaning and purpose in life which may cultivate contentment and gratitude or dissatisfaction and hopelessness. Stagnation has several causes and consequences. www.talkingwithdrtoy.com
Guest: Peter Samuelson, TV/Film ProducerHost: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
At 40, the developmental psychologist Erik Erikson says that we move from the "Intimacy vs Isolation" stage to "Generativity vs Despair." What does this mean for you as an individual and within your marriage? Subscribe if you love the DPM show! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drpsychmomshow/subscribe and you'll get all my awesome bonus episodes! Most recent subscriber episode: "If You've Always Been A Goofball.... Here's Why Your Marriage May Be Frustrating In Later Years!" For my secret Facebook group, the "best money I've ever spent" according to numerous members, go here! Or click blue subscribe button on my Facebook page. It's $4.99/mo. For coaching from DPM, visit https://www.drpsychmom.com/coaching/ For therapy or life coaching, contact us at www.bestlifebehavioralhealth.com. Follow me on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@therealdrpsychmom and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqLm4xRaUeroBodFc-h4XDQ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drpsychmomshow/message
In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Chip Conley, founder of the Modern Elder Academy, to discuss reframing aging and building regenerative communities. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-245-chip-conley/?ref=250 Chip delves into the importance of aging with gratitude in this conversation and shares his journey of creating a midlife wisdom school. Chip also highlights the value of intergenerational collaboration and its impact during his time at Airbnb. He explores how indigenous wisdom influences the academy's approach and discusses how psychedelics can aid in navigating midlife transitions. Finally, Chip shares his vision for regenerative communities, and shares lessons on the ego and the soul that he gleaned from building a boutique hotel chain. Chip Conley: Chip Conley is on a midlife mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the U.S., and then as Airbnb's Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel, Conley co-founded MEA (Modern Elder Academy) in January 2018 in Baja California, Mexico. Inspired by his experience of intergenerational mentoring as a ‘modern elder' at Airbnb, where his guidance was instrumental to the company's extraordinary transformation from fast-growing start-up to the world's most valuable hospitality brand, MEA is the world's first ‘midlife wisdom school' and has a campus opening on a 2,600-acre regenerative horse ranch in Santa Fe, New Mexico in April 2024. Dedicated to reframing the concept of aging, MEA supports students to navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. A New York Times bestselling author, Conley's seventh book "Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age" is about rebranding midlife to help people understand the upside of this often-misunderstood life stage, and gave a 2023 TED talk on the "midlife chrysalis." Highlights: The Origin story of the Modern Elder Academy Chip's role at Airbnb and the value of intergenerational collaboration The Modern Elder Academy: Reframing Aging, Navigating Transitions, Cultivating Purpose, and Owning Wisdom How indigenous wisdom informs MEA's approach Generativity & the importance of age diversity From 'can-do-it' hero to 'conduit' coach Burning Man, regeneration, and how psychedelics can help with midlif Building regenerative communities Lessons from building a boutique hotel chain Episode Sponsors: New Brew's non-alcoholic kratom and kava seltzers. Use code THIRDWAVE25 for 25% off. Soltara Healing Center: Use code TW200 to receive $200 off your next retreat. Neurohacker Collective: Use code THIRDWAVE for an additional 15% off Qualia Mind. The Coaching Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute.
Today we have a wonderful new friend, Mary Kate Sowell, on the podcast. She is a Catholic marriage and family therapist in the Austin area. She shares with us the social crises that pre-teens and teens go through when moving from one stage of development to the next and how this effects their identity development. We talk about gender confusion and how as family and friends we can support teens in these stages. Mary Kate is a wealth of knowledge and a lot of fun too. We get to hear the story of how she met her husband and how she came to live in Texas. Erik Erikson's stages of Psycho-Social Development Infancy – Basic trust versus mistrust Toddler – Autonomy versus shame and doubt Preschool-age – Initiative versus guilt School-age – Industry versus inferiority Adolescence – Identity versus identity confusion Young adulthood – Intimacy versus isolation Middle age – Generativity versus stagnation Older adulthood – Integrity versus despair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYCBdZLCDBQ Pints with Aquinas- Freedom After A Homosexual Lifestyle w/ Kim Zember Homosexual Lifestyle w/ Kim Zember --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hisbelovedoftexas/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hisbelovedoftexas/support
Guest: Dr. Joel Weinberger, Professor, Clinical Psychologist, Researcher and ConsultantOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-weinberger-2693693/Host: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Cedric Williams reflects on the risky work of healing and generativity, which requires us to step into the pain, with the help of others, to piece together what's been broken. Cedric Williams is assistant professor of marriage and family therapy and program director for the doctor of marriage and family therapy. Recorded at Fuller's All-Seminary Chapel on February 21, 2024.
“Generativity is the human impulse to nurture, to do good things for the next generation and to see myself, my life, in a sense, being extended through the possibilities in my children and grandchildren.” Today, in conjunction with the James E Hughes Jr. Foundation, I'd like to present my interview with one of Jay's longtime collaborators John A. Warnick. John A., as he is known, is the founder of the Purposeful Planning Institute, which trains lawyers, financial planners, trustees, and wealth managers to work with clients on their planning that is congruent with their core values and vision. He was a long-time trusts and estates lawyer himself in Colorado with the firm Holme Roberts and Owen, where he chaired the Private Clients Services Group. He left the firm and began collaborating with Jay Hughes and Tim Belber, and began to focus on ensuring that the affluence of his clients was a positive force in the lives of their following generations. John A received his bachelor's magna cum laude from Brigham Young University and his JD from George Washington University with honors. Please enjoy my interview with John A Warnick. Purposeful Planning Institute: https://purposefulplanninginstitute.com NOTE: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Anything said by the guests or host should not be construed as legal or investment advice. Thanks for listening. Joe Reilly is a family office consultant, and the host of the Private Capital Podcast as well as the Inheritance Podcast. FOLLOW JOE: https://twitter.com/joereillyjr WEBSITE: https://www.circulus.co/ PRIVATE CAPITAL PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-capital/id1644526501 Thanks for listening. If you like the podcast, please share it with your friends and take a minute to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate it. ©2024 Joe Reilly
Ping-cheung Lo shares about the painful history between Western missionaries and the Chinese people, and he reflects on the story of healing happening in and through the church in China. Ping-cheung Lo is the Dean and Rebecca Stephan Professor of Chinese Studies and academic dean for the Chinese Studies Center at Fuller Seminary. Recorded at Fuller's All-Seminary Chapel on January 24, 2024.
Guest: Shawn Perry, Radio Host, The Senior Zone [@TheSeniorZone]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-p-340991a8/On Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/shawn.leon.perryHost: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Host: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Dr. Rick joins Forrest for a deep dive into harnessing our natural generativity. How can we become more productive and creative, experience greater satisfaction, and lean into our biological drives to get more of what we want out of life?They explore what a drive is, our natural drive states, and what we can learn from models of motivation like self-determination theory, before moving on to what we can do if generativity doesn't come naturally to us. Rick and Forrest share how we can lean into enjoyable experiences, feel more competent and autonomous, and learn to brave experiences of failure. The second half of the episode focuses on psychological tools that help us activate, enjoy, and hang out in generative states more often.You can watch this episode on YouTube.Register for Rick's Yearly Program! The Foundations of Well-Being 2.0 is a year-long, science-backed journey through developing 12 key inner strengths like compassion, mindfulness, confidence, motivation, and courage. It's Rick's flagship program, and if you like Being Well you'll probably love it. Visit FWBProgram.com to learn more, and get 20% off with coupon code BeingWell20. Key Topics:0:00: Introduction1:10: Rick's ability to stay generative.3:25: Motivation, aggression, and our interdependence with others12:10: A theoretical framework for generative drive 14:50: The process of making something as a form of healing19:30: Confidence, autonomy, and relatedness23:55: The way we think of ourselves28:10: Agency, and what we can and cannot influence34:30: Comfort with aggression40:55: Work ethic, the role of passion and enjoyment, and finding your why47:45: Competency and flow50:55: Having positive associations with effort57:10: Enriching vs. absorbing our experience1:01:30: The little things that make a big difference1:04:30: RecapSponsors:Zocdoc helps you find expert doctors and medical professionals that specialize in the care you need, and deliver the type of experience you want. Head to zocdoc.com/being and download the Zocdoc app for FREE.Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.Connect with the show:Subscribe on iTunesFollow Forrest on YouTubeFollow us on InstagramFollow Forrest on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookVisit Forrest's website
Host: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Host: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Host: Dr. Deborah HeiserOn ITSPmagazine
Nestled within our shared quest for mental well-being lies the compelling notion of legacy. "P.S.A. - The Mental Health Podcast," meticulously crafted to echo young black men's distinct mental health experiences, proudly presents a conversation with William Winfield, delving deep into the multifaceted realm of legacy and its overarching impact.Our exploration springs from the insights of influential thinkers like Peter Strople, who so eloquently asserts that legacy's essence isn't just material inheritance but the lasting imprint we leave in people's hearts. Likewise, Billy Graham's profound thoughts on character and faith serve as a guiding compass, leading us to understand the deep essence of creating a lasting impression in this world. William's journey, punctuated with struggles and aspirations, is a testament to the invincible spirit that legacy-building requires.The foundation that William has built over the years, the audience he caters to, and the accolades he has received from noteworthy individuals, provides a rich tapestry for a thoughtful reflection. It's no wonder that his esteemed work prompts us to ponder the intricate relationship between legacy-building and mental well-being. Research, such as that from the Journal of Positive Psychology, suggests that having a purpose - often anchored in the creation of a legacy - acts as a bedrock for sound mental health. This idea finds resonance in Erik Erikson's impactful theory of "Generativity vs. Stagnation", illuminating the psychological upliftment stemming from legacy-driven pursuits.However, our discussion isn't just a collection of highbrow thoughts. It throbs with genuine emotion, light-hearted humor, and profound spiritual wisdom. Anchored in scriptures like Psalm 112:1-3 and Proverbs 13:22, we strive to lift our understanding from the ordinary to the divine. An intriguing question surfaces in this context: how can the concept of legacy be universally relevant, resonating from the bustling streets of Canada to the scenic landscapes of South Africa?William's journey, rich with life's highs and lows, portrays sheer resilience. He doesn't shy away from revealing his challenges, offering hope to listeners with similar battles. His blueprint for building a legacy is outlined as:1. Nurturing Deep Relationships - Building enduring bonds, enriched by insights from The Gottman Institute and Brené Brown.2. Continual Personal Growth and Learning - The importance of ever-evolving learning, drawing inspiration from platforms like Medium's "The Mission".3. Active Participation in Community and Social Endeavors - Leading positive change, facilitated by platforms like VolunteerMatch and Causeartist.As the conversation continues, William shares intimate snippets of his life, touching upon themes of fatherhood, faith, determination, and the importance of role models, especially in the context of black communities. His stories, rich with life's lessons, prompt us to reflect: "What legacy is our own life carving out?"This episode promises a symphony of emotions, insights, and inspiration. Journey with us, alongside William Winfield as we navigate the intricate pathways of legacy-building. Come, immerse yourself, ponder, and maybe, just maybe, chart a renewed course for your legacy! ✨William Winfield's Social MediaInstagram: @willisblessedWebsites: https://secretsaucespeakers.com/opt-in-page1654020881285
This week's retirement reading is from Very Well Health titled, Generativity vs. Stagnation in Middle Adulthood. Listen in as Casey Weade breaks down the article and shares what he thinks! Today's episode can also be accessed by visiting RetireWithPurpose.com/394. Show Notes: RetireWithPurpose.com/394 Rate & Review the Podcast: RetireWithPurpose.com/review Sign Up to Casey's Weekend Reading Email! Sifting through the copious amount of conflicting financial advice and retirement information can be daunting - but it doesn't have to be! Each week, Casey makes it super easy. He hand-picks 4 of the most important articles you need to read, that are beneficial to you whether you're at, near, or in retirement! If you want them sent straight to your inbox, sign up by visiting RetireWithPurpose.com/weekend-reading
The 7th stage in Erik Eriksons theory is Generativity vs Stagnation. Let's talk about it! What's it mean, how to increase generativity, and how to decrease the chances of stagnation. Self care my friends!!
Women without children make significant contributions to future generations through acts of generosity, activism, and leadership. In this enlightening episode, thought-leader and author Ruby Warrington shines a spotlight on the need to empower women to make personal decisions about motherhood without shame and judgment. Discover why the “unsung sisterhood” of non-mothers are not misfits – but a vital part of our evolution and collective healing.In this episode we cover:0:06:16 – Second Adulthood0:11:07 – Pro-Natalism0:17:07 – Deciding Not to Have Children0:25:07 – The Unsung Sisterhood0:30:07 – Childless by Circumstance0:36:07 – Declining Birth Rates0:47:07 – Erosion of Community0:54:07 – Lack of Institutional Support1:01:17 – Childless by Climate Change1:04:07 – Runaway Consumerism1:12:07 – Generativity and Legacy1:25:07 – Modern Elders1:32:07 – Women Without KidsLearn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trialThis podcast is supported by:HVMNA clean energy boost without sugar or caffeine. One shot will help you feel clear, focused, and ready to take on the day. When you're low on fuel, Ketone-IQ™ is your secret weapon. 20% OFF HVMN promo code: COMMUNE https://hvmn.com/COMMUNEThrive MarketThis podcast is supported by Thrive Market - Join Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/communeBiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough is the ultimate magnesium supplement that offers the full spectrum of all seven types of magnesium, specially formulated to reach every tissue in your body for maximum health benefits.This one-of-a-kind product is designed to reverse low levels of magnesium, which could be causing a multitude of health problems.This means that this supplement acts like a brake on your body's nervous system, helping to calm and soothe, promoting a better quality of life. Visit magbreakthrough.com/onecommune and get 10% off on Magnesium Breakthrough with code onecommuneApollo NeuroThe Apollo™ wearable uses scientifically-backed touch therapy to rebalance your nervous system and support your circadian rhythm. Sleep better, feel calmer, find focus, and get energized with this groundbreaking new wearable. SPECIAL OFFER FOR FRIENDS OF COMMUNE: Try the Apollo wearable today and get $40 off your purchase at apolloneuro.com/communeTimeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at apolloneuro.com/commune
Women without children make significant contributions to future generations through acts of generosity, activism, and leadership. In this enlightening episode, thought-leader and author Ruby Warrington shines a spotlight on the need to empower women to make personal decisions about motherhood without shame and judgment. Discover why the “unsung sisterhood” of non-mothers are not misfits – but a vital part of our evolution and collective healing. In this episode we cover: 0:06:16 – Second Adulthood 0:11:07 – Pro-Natalism 0:17:07 – Deciding Not to Have Children 0:25:07 – The Unsung Sisterhood 0:30:07 – Childless by Circumstance 0:36:07 – Declining Birth Rates 0:47:07 – Erosion of Community 0:54:07 – Lack of Institutional Support 1:01:17 – Childless by Climate Change 1:04:07 – Runaway Consumerism 1:12:07 – Generativity and Legacy 1:25:07 – Modern Elders 1:32:07 – Women Without Kids Learn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial This podcast is supported by: HVMN A clean energy boost without sugar or caffeine. One shot will help you feel clear, focused, and ready to take on the day. When you're low on fuel, Ketone-IQ™ is your secret weapon. 20% OFF HVMN promo code: COMMUNE https://hvmn.com/COMMUNE Thrive Market This podcast is supported by Thrive Market - Join Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/commune BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough is the ultimate magnesium supplement that offers the full spectrum of all seven types of magnesium, specially formulated to reach every tissue in your body for maximum health benefits.This one-of-a-kind product is designed to reverse low levels of magnesium, which could be causing a multitude of health problems.This means that this supplement acts like a brake on your body's nervous system, helping to calm and soothe, promoting a better quality of life. Visit magbreakthrough.com/onecommune and get 10% off on Magnesium Breakthrough with code onecommune Apollo Neuro The Apollo™ wearable uses scientifically-backed touch therapy to rebalance your nervous system and support your circadian rhythm. Sleep better, feel calmer, find focus, and get energized with this groundbreaking new wearable. SPECIAL OFFER FOR FRIENDS OF COMMUNE: Try the Apollo wearable today and get $40 off your purchase at apolloneuro.com/commune Timeline Nutrition Timeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune
Generativity is defined as having "a concern for establishing and guiding the next generation.” The Psalmist exhorts us as adults to make it a priority to communicate to the younger generation the story of how God has led, guided, and blessed our lives. Are you hiding these things from them in any way?Eastland is a Place to BelongEastland Baptist Church is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other through the Church. We strongly believe in loving one another and supporting each other and our neighbors. Our members don't just attend our Church, they feel a strong sense of belonging.Join UsFind service times and our location at https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/join.Connect with UsWebsite: https://www.eastlandbaptist.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlandbaptisttulsaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastlandbaptistTo support the ministry of Eastland Baptist Church, tap here: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/give.Eastland Baptist ChurchEastland Baptist Church - Tulsa's Independent Baptist ChurchEastland Baptist Church is an Independent Baptist Church located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other.Facebook登录 Facebook登录 Facebook，与好友、家人和认识的人分享和建立联系。
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Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.02.26.530089v1?rss=1 Authors: Walker, C. S., Li, L., Geddes, M. R. Abstract: Objectives: Generativity is the desire and actions to improve the well-being of younger generations. Generativity is associated with purpose in life, with both being shown to independently improve cognition in older adults. Our aims were to identify the neural substrates supporting generativity and determine the mechanism underlying the relationship between generativity and purpose in life in older adults. Method: Forty-three older adults (Mage = 70.33, 79.1% female) at risk for Alzheimers disease underwent resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging and completed questionnaires assessing generativity, social support, and purpose in life. Seed-to-voxel analyses examined if resting-state functional connectivity (rsFC) of the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) and ventral striatum, key nodes at the intersection of subjective valuation and self-transcendence, were associated with generativity. Moderated mediation models examined if social support or rsFC mediated or moderated the association between generativity and purpose in life, respectively. Results: Generative desire was associated with enhanced rsFC between the vmPFC and right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (rdlPFC). Affectionate social support fully mediated the relationship between generative desire and purpose in life, and rsFC between the vmPFC and rdlPFC significantly moderated this association. Discussion: This study is the first to examine the rsFC underlying generativity and provides mechanistic insight into how purpose in life is enhanced through generative desire. Generative desire is supported by rsFC implicated in value-based social decision making and is associated with purpose in life through enhanced love and affection from others. This knowledge contributes to future developments of personalized interventions that promote resilience in at-risk aging. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC
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In this stage of psychosocial development, Erickson talks about Generativity v. Stagnation. When we reach mid-life, Jung says we now have to let go of the ego and old identity to step into our true self which he calls Individuation. We discuss:How all the previous stages of development can help or hurt your process of IndividuationThe Great Mother Archetype and her role in your second birthThe importance of discovering and expressing your true purposeWhy some people get stuck at mid-life and what they can do about itHow to avoid despair in the winter of life by being yourselfWatch the next Soul Session in this series on our YouTube Channel.Discover our Jungian Life Coach Training Program.
For this week's podcast, I go into Erik Erikson's 8 stages of human development. From infancy to older adulthood, I dive into what is developed after successfully completing each stage. Essential virtues develop from each of the eight stages which are: Trust vs. mistrust Autonomy vs. shame & doubt Initiative vs. guilt Industry vs. inferiority Identity vs. role confusion Intimacy versus isolation Generativity vs. stagnation Integrity vs. despair I explore how Erikson's theory affects daughters of immigrants and try to put these theories into the perspective of our parents. Tune in to this episode to learn about the 8 stages of human development. If you would like to work with me you can book a therapy appointment below: https://globalcitizentherapy.setmore.com/ Sign up for the Soul-Care vs Self-Care workshop: https://tinyurl.com/soulcareworkshop
Generativity comes with psychological development and overall maturity. Any society or culture is only as mature and generous as are it's members. The highest mark of psycho-social development is in human terms measured by generosity. Contact Us: 304-523-WORD (9673); THEWORDHOUSE.COM; TEWORDHOUSE@FRONTIER.COM.
Generativity comes with psychological development and overall maturity. Any society or culture is only as mature and generous as are it's members. The highest mark of psycho-social development is in human terms measured by generosity. Contact Us: 304-523-WORD (9673); THEWORDHOUSE.COM; TEWORDHOUSE@FRONTIER.COM.
This is a conversation with author, poet and brilliant ‘compost heap of ideas', Sophie Strand. Sophie is kind, generous of spirit and invitational. Our time together was an unhurried meander, getting a sense of each other before we approached the big topics that we planned to speak about. We arrived at things she has recently been writing about, namely challenging our conceptions of both healing and trauma, acknowledging incompleteness as an intrinsic and beautiful part of life, and the generativity that constraints offer us. We also briefly speak of the craving for rooted relationships, the impacts of pandemic times, the holobiont that makes us a 'we', the profound medicine of walking (for those who are physically able) intentionally and regularly around the places you live to build intimacy with the land and all the beings therein that you are in curious kinship with. Oh, and radical uncertainty. Enjoy Sophie's amazingness. Below you will find links to her social media and places you can preorder her up and coming book - The Flowering Wand - Rewilding the Sacred Masculine. Sophie's Bio (from her website): Sophie Strand is a writer based in the Hudson Valley who focuses on the intersection of spirituality, storytelling, and ecology. But it would probably be more authentic to call her a neo-troubadour animist with a propensity to spin yarns that inevitably turn into love stories. Give her a salamander and a stone and she'll write you a love story. Sophie was raised by house cats, puff balls, possums, raccoons, and an opinionated, crippled goose. In every neighborhood she's ever lived in she has been known as “the walker”. She believes strongly that all thinking happens interstitially – between beings, ideas, differences, mythical gradients.Her first book of essays The Flowering Wand: Rewilding the Sacred Masculine is forthcoming in 2022 from Inner Traditions. Her eco-feminist historical fiction reimagining of the gospels The Madonna Secret will also be published by Inner Traditions. Her books of poetry include Love Song to a Blue God (Oread Press) and Those Other Flowers to Come (Dancing Girl Press) and The Approach (The Swan). Her poems and essays have been published by Art PAPERS, The Dark Mountain Project, Poetry.org, Unearthed, Braided Way, Creatrix, Your Impossible Voice, The Doris, Persephone's Daughters, and Entropy. She has recently finished a work of historical fiction, The Madonna Secret, that offers an eco-feminist revision of the gospels. She is currently researching her next epic, a mythopoetic exploration of ecology and queerness in the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde.Follow her on Facebook or on Instagram @cosmogyny.PREORDER her book The Flowering Wand: Rewilding the Sacred Masculine Via Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Inner Traditions publishing, Bookshop.org, and other book sellers. Podcast Music:Podcast intro created by Amber SamayaCompleting song is intuitive song inspired by Sophie's essay "Your body is a doorway"You can hear more of my music on Spotify under Amber Samaya Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/ambersamaya)
Strategic management theories and entrepreneurship theories have diverged in academia. One perspective can't recognize the other. Yet the most promising and successful new business approaches demonstrate an agile combination of both sets of theories. Professor Mohammad Keyhani joins Economics For Business to explain this phenomenon and help us point the way to the future of strategic entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways and Actionable Insights. In business school thinking, there is a dichotomy between strategic management and entrepreneurship. In management scholarship, strategic management and entrepreneurship are distinct fields of study. Professor Keyhani calls them “two logics” of business. Both logics have gained legitimacy from their origins in economics. As business theories, they base their arguments on models from the field of economics, which, of course, is older and more mature. By importing thinking from economics, these business disciplines are able to construct generalizable theories (as opposed to, for example, a case study approach). The most famous generalizable theory in strategic management is Michael Porter's five forces framework, which borrowed from industrial organization economics. Most strategic management theories have been based on general equilibrium models of neo-classical economics. Strategic management became a theory of structures and constraints, and of imperfections in equilibrium (such as the concept of competitive advantage). The entrepreneurship discipline has been more varied and diverse and less dominated by economic models. Entrepreneurship scholars look to Austrian economics, which is based on verbal logic rather than mathematical models. But Professor Keyhani, in his Ph.D. dissertation, found an integration route between strategic management and entrepreneurship using the framework of game theory, adding elements of time and dynamics (both critical in Austrian theory) and adding the innovation of computer simulation (to which more and more Austrian economists are open as a way of adding computable algorithmic rigor to verbal logic). He established a way for strategic management and entrepreneurship to communicate with each other. Strategic management is a theory of competitive structures. Strategic management models are based on models of competition among players with similar value propositions, maybe with slightly different cost structures and other small differences, but all considered as competitors to each other. The models look at the nature of the competition, the structure of the competition, and seek insights into why some companies may have advantages over others. Strategy becomes an approach of identifying and building on strengths, about sustaining and managing an existing system, about operations rather than innovation, and about control and prediction. The consequence is a series of blind spots, mostly to do with the dynamics of action over time, the uncertainty that accompanies action, and the learning that results. Entrepreneurship is a theory of dynamic value creation. The question in entrepreneurship is how to create value and how to build a value creation system in the first place. The entrepreneur faces the questions, “Am I creating any value at all? Is anyone going to pay for this innovation and be happy with it? And will I be able to get more customers?” These questions precede the models that strategy and strategic management theory have been based on. Those models start off with the entrepreneur's questions having been answered, so they are not useful at the value creation stage. Based on Austrian economics, the entrepreneurship literature has provided mental tools and mental models for entrepreneurial thinking and an entrepreneurial approach to business. These include the emphasis on subjective value and customer sovereignty, and on uncertainty and unpredictability in business. There is value in action in the face of uncertainty, because it creates new information, which can support better decision-making. That mechanism is totally lacking in the equilibrium models of strategy. Theories of entrepreneurial action to generate learning are useful not only for startups but also for larger companies, to help them think and act more entrepreneurially, and to counter the defensive and anti-innovative thinking of building on strengths and defending position. Managing an existing value generation system can result in losing the long-term perspective of innovation, adding new product lines, taking advantage of opportunities, and potentially building new strengths. “Do both!” The best approach combines strategy and entrepreneurship. Professor Keyhani argues that, ideally, firms think strategically and act entrepreneurially, and he recognizes that, in the real world of practitioners, this is what businesses do. He uses blockchain as an example. No company can say that they have an existing strength in blockchain because it's a new technology and the business concepts that utilize it are only just emerging. It's a level playing field. Are there any advantages a company could have? Maybe a company has a lot of computer scientists and mathematicians. That might be a slight strength. But getting into blockchain businesses is an entrepreneurial action, largely different than building on strengths. The approach to innovation we support here at Economics For Business is “Explore And Expand”, and Professor Keyhani sees a good match between the explore-expand dichotomy and the entrepreneurship-strategy dichotomy. Exploration is a blind spot in strategic management theory and modeling — there is pretty much no exploration in the five forces framework or the RBV (resource-based view) framework. Exploration — acting for the learning value to open up options for more things that can be done in the future — is the entrepreneurial way of thinking. Effectuation (covered in episode #131: Mises.org/E4B_131) is another form of entrepreneurial logic. It recognizes that the entrepreneur faces so much uncertainty that it may not be possible to set specific objectives. But the entrepreneur knows that they want to do something, that they have knowledge and resources and relationships, and that they may be able to create some value from them. Effectuation is the “fuzzy front end” of value creation. Another way to combine entrepreneurship and strategy is speed of learning. The general capability to be more adaptive than competition, to go through the learning cycle faster, is a dynamic capability that can be strategic. Competitive moats in the software world. Is the structure-and-constraints approach of strategic management useless in the digital era we live in? Sustainable competitive advantage seems to be inapplicable when anyone can write software (or download it from Github), and access hosting and storage at scale from AWS. But in fact, software entrepreneurs do think in terms of competitive advantage. The modern term for it is “moats”. Venture capitalists look favorably on businesses that can surround themselves with a moat to keep out competition. The most discussed moat is network effects. This concept did not come from the neo-classical economics equilibrium models, but from the dynamic analysis of more users coming in to join existing users. The five forces framework suggests that advantages lie either in cost or differentiation, but a network effects advantage can be both. Two-sided platforms with two-sided network effects add even more complexity. It's strategic to achieve that status, but the theory did not emanate from traditional strategic management thinking. Professor Keyhani introduces the next entrepreneurial strategy breakthrough: generativity. We talked in episode #104 (see Mises.org/E4B_104) about the new phenomenon of digital businesses identified by Professor Keyhani: generativity. Achieving generativity confers significant competitive advantage for any entrepreneurial firms who can develop it through technology. It's an advantage that is not identified by existing strategy theories. Generativity can be thought of as the automation of open innovation. Products and services can be designed to offer features that enable outsiders to innovate with them, and these outside innovations benefit the company. For example, the Google Pixel smartphone and the Apple iPhone are generative products or generative systems. With the tools these firms provide in the phones, outside developers can create new apps, that they offer on the Pixel or iPhone platform for other outsiders to use. The app developers make money, and so do Google and Apple, both from sales of outsider-developed apps in their app stores, and from in-app purchases. Google and Apple are not utilizing their own knowledge — they don't know the problem the app is solving, or even who developed it or where they are. They don't have to make the solution, don't have to take the risk, and don't have to pay salaries or development costs. Yet they profit from the innovation. It's a huge competitive advantage for these two entrepreneurial companies. Additional Resources "The Strategic Management Model versus the Entrepreneurial Model" (PDF): Mises.org/E4B_147_PDF "The Logic Of Strategic Entrepreneurship" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper1 "Was Hayek an ACE?" by Nicolaas J. Vriend: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper2 The ultimate list of tools for entrepreneurs—"Entrepreneur Tools" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Tools
Strategic management theories and entrepreneurship theories have diverged in academia. One perspective can't recognize the other. Yet the most promising and successful new business approaches demonstrate an agile combination of both sets of theories. Professor Mohammad Keyhani joins Economics For Business to explain this phenomenon and help us point the way to the future of strategic entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways and Actionable Insights. In business school thinking, there is a dichotomy between strategic management and entrepreneurship. In management scholarship, strategic management and entrepreneurship are distinct fields of study. Professor Keyhani calls them “two logics” of business. Both logics have gained legitimacy from their origins in economics. As business theories, they base their arguments on models from the field of economics, which, of course, is older and more mature. By importing thinking from economics, these business disciplines are able to construct generalizable theories (as opposed to, for example, a case study approach). The most famous generalizable theory in strategic management is Michael Porter's five forces framework, which borrowed from industrial organization economics. Most strategic management theories have been based on general equilibrium models of neo-classical economics. Strategic management became a theory of structures and constraints, and of imperfections in equilibrium (such as the concept of competitive advantage). The entrepreneurship discipline has been more varied and diverse and less dominated by economic models. Entrepreneurship scholars look to Austrian economics, which is based on verbal logic rather than mathematical models. But Professor Keyhani, in his Ph.D. dissertation, found an integration route between strategic management and entrepreneurship using the framework of game theory, adding elements of time and dynamics (both critical in Austrian theory) and adding the innovation of computer simulation (to which more and more Austrian economists are open as a way of adding computable algorithmic rigor to verbal logic). He established a way for strategic management and entrepreneurship to communicate with each other. Strategic management is a theory of competitive structures. Strategic management models are based on models of competition among players with similar value propositions, maybe with slightly different cost structures and other small differences, but all considered as competitors to each other. The models look at the nature of the competition, the structure of the competition, and seek insights into why some companies may have advantages over others. Strategy becomes an approach of identifying and building on strengths, about sustaining and managing an existing system, about operations rather than innovation, and about control and prediction. The consequence is a series of blind spots, mostly to do with the dynamics of action over time, the uncertainty that accompanies action, and the learning that results. Entrepreneurship is a theory of dynamic value creation. The question in entrepreneurship is how to create value and how to build a value creation system in the first place. The entrepreneur faces the questions, “Am I creating any value at all? Is anyone going to pay for this innovation and be happy with it? And will I be able to get more customers?” These questions precede the models that strategy and strategic management theory have been based on. Those models start off with the entrepreneur's questions having been answered, so they are not useful at the value creation stage. Based on Austrian economics, the entrepreneurship literature has provided mental tools and mental models for entrepreneurial thinking and an entrepreneurial approach to business. These include the emphasis on subjective value and customer sovereignty, and on uncertainty and unpredictability in business. There is value in action in the face of uncertainty, because it creates new information, which can support better decision-making. That mechanism is totally lacking in the equilibrium models of strategy. Theories of entrepreneurial action to generate learning are useful not only for startups but also for larger companies, to help them think and act more entrepreneurially, and to counter the defensive and anti-innovative thinking of building on strengths and defending position. Managing an existing value generation system can result in losing the long-term perspective of innovation, adding new product lines, taking advantage of opportunities, and potentially building new strengths. “Do both!” The best approach combines strategy and entrepreneurship. Professor Keyhani argues that, ideally, firms think strategically and act entrepreneurially, and he recognizes that, in the real world of practitioners, this is what businesses do. He uses blockchain as an example. No company can say that they have an existing strength in blockchain because it's a new technology and the business concepts that utilize it are only just emerging. It's a level playing field. Are there any advantages a company could have? Maybe a company has a lot of computer scientists and mathematicians. That might be a slight strength. But getting into blockchain businesses is an entrepreneurial action, largely different than building on strengths. The approach to innovation we support here at Economics For Business is “Explore And Expand”, and Professor Keyhani sees a good match between the explore-expand dichotomy and the entrepreneurship-strategy dichotomy. Exploration is a blind spot in strategic management theory and modeling — there is pretty much no exploration in the five forces framework or the RBV (resource-based view) framework. Exploration — acting for the learning value to open up options for more things that can be done in the future — is the entrepreneurial way of thinking. Effectuation (covered in episode #131: Mises.org/E4B_131) is another form of entrepreneurial logic. It recognizes that the entrepreneur faces so much uncertainty that it may not be possible to set specific objectives. But the entrepreneur knows that they want to do something, that they have knowledge and resources and relationships, and that they may be able to create some value from them. Effectuation is the “fuzzy front end” of value creation. Another way to combine entrepreneurship and strategy is speed of learning. The general capability to be more adaptive than competition, to go through the learning cycle faster, is a dynamic capability that can be strategic. Competitive moats in the software world. Is the structure-and-constraints approach of strategic management useless in the digital era we live in? Sustainable competitive advantage seems to be inapplicable when anyone can write software (or download it from Github), and access hosting and storage at scale from AWS. But in fact, software entrepreneurs do think in terms of competitive advantage. The modern term for it is “moats”. Venture capitalists look favorably on businesses that can surround themselves with a moat to keep out competition. The most discussed moat is network effects. This concept did not come from the neo-classical economics equilibrium models, but from the dynamic analysis of more users coming in to join existing users. The five forces framework suggests that advantages lie either in cost or differentiation, but a network effects advantage can be both. Two-sided platforms with two-sided network effects add even more complexity. It's strategic to achieve that status, but the theory did not emanate from traditional strategic management thinking. Professor Keyhani introduces the next entrepreneurial strategy breakthrough: generativity. We talked in episode #104 (see Mises.org/E4B_104) about the new phenomenon of digital businesses identified by Professor Keyhani: generativity. Achieving generativity confers significant competitive advantage for any entrepreneurial firms who can develop it through technology. It's an advantage that is not identified by existing strategy theories. Generativity can be thought of as the automation of open innovation. Products and services can be designed to offer features that enable outsiders to innovate with them, and these outside innovations benefit the company. For example, the Google Pixel smartphone and the Apple iPhone are generative products or generative systems. With the tools these firms provide in the phones, outside developers can create new apps, that they offer on the Pixel or iPhone platform for other outsiders to use. The app developers make money, and so do Google and Apple, both from sales of outsider-developed apps in their app stores, and from in-app purchases. Google and Apple are not utilizing their own knowledge — they don't know the problem the app is solving, or even who developed it or where they are. They don't have to make the solution, don't have to take the risk, and don't have to pay salaries or development costs. Yet they profit from the innovation. It's a huge competitive advantage for these two entrepreneurial companies. Additional Resources "The Strategic Management Model versus the Entrepreneurial Model" (PDF): Mises.org/E4B_147_PDF "The Logic Of Strategic Entrepreneurship" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper1 "Was Hayek an ACE?" by Nicolaas J. Vriend: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper2 The ultimate list of tools for entrepreneurs—"Entrepreneur Tools" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Tools
Strategic management theories and entrepreneurship theories have diverged in academia. One perspective can't recognize the other. Yet the most promising and successful new business approaches demonstrate an agile combination of both sets of theories. Professor Mohammad Keyhani joins Economics For Business to explain this phenomenon and help us point the way to the future of strategic entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways and Actionable Insights. In business school thinking, there is a dichotomy between strategic management and entrepreneurship. In management scholarship, strategic management and entrepreneurship are distinct fields of study. Professor Keyhani calls them “two logics” of business. Both logics have gained legitimacy from their origins in economics. As business theories, they base their arguments on models from the field of economics, which, of course, is older and more mature. By importing thinking from economics, these business disciplines are able to construct generalizable theories (as opposed to, for example, a case study approach). The most famous generalizable theory in strategic management is Michael Porter's five forces framework, which borrowed from industrial organization economics. Most strategic management theories have been based on general equilibrium models of neo-classical economics. Strategic management became a theory of structures and constraints, and of imperfections in equilibrium (such as the concept of competitive advantage). The entrepreneurship discipline has been more varied and diverse and less dominated by economic models. Entrepreneurship scholars look to Austrian economics, which is based on verbal logic rather than mathematical models. But Professor Keyhani, in his Ph.D. dissertation, found an integration route between strategic management and entrepreneurship using the framework of game theory, adding elements of time and dynamics (both critical in Austrian theory) and adding the innovation of computer simulation (to which more and more Austrian economists are open as a way of adding computable algorithmic rigor to verbal logic). He established a way for strategic management and entrepreneurship to communicate with each other. Strategic management is a theory of competitive structures. Strategic management models are based on models of competition among players with similar value propositions, maybe with slightly different cost structures and other small differences, but all considered as competitors to each other. The models look at the nature of the competition, the structure of the competition, and seek insights into why some companies may have advantages over others. Strategy becomes an approach of identifying and building on strengths, about sustaining and managing an existing system, about operations rather than innovation, and about control and prediction. The consequence is a series of blind spots, mostly to do with the dynamics of action over time, the uncertainty that accompanies action, and the learning that results. Entrepreneurship is a theory of dynamic value creation. The question in entrepreneurship is how to create value and how to build a value creation system in the first place. The entrepreneur faces the questions, “Am I creating any value at all? Is anyone going to pay for this innovation and be happy with it? And will I be able to get more customers?” These questions precede the models that strategy and strategic management theory have been based on. Those models start off with the entrepreneur's questions having been answered, so they are not useful at the value creation stage. Based on Austrian economics, the entrepreneurship literature has provided mental tools and mental models for entrepreneurial thinking and an entrepreneurial approach to business. These include the emphasis on subjective value and customer sovereignty, and on uncertainty and unpredictability in business. There is value in action in the face of uncertainty, because it creates new information, which can support better decision-making. That mechanism is totally lacking in the equilibrium models of strategy. Theories of entrepreneurial action to generate learning are useful not only for startups but also for larger companies, to help them think and act more entrepreneurially, and to counter the defensive and anti-innovative thinking of building on strengths and defending position. Managing an existing value generation system can result in losing the long-term perspective of innovation, adding new product lines, taking advantage of opportunities, and potentially building new strengths. “Do both!” The best approach combines strategy and entrepreneurship. Professor Keyhani argues that, ideally, firms think strategically and act entrepreneurially, and he recognizes that, in the real world of practitioners, this is what businesses do. He uses blockchain as an example. No company can say that they have an existing strength in blockchain because it's a new technology and the business concepts that utilize it are only just emerging. It's a level playing field. Are there any advantages a company could have? Maybe a company has a lot of computer scientists and mathematicians. That might be a slight strength. But getting into blockchain businesses is an entrepreneurial action, largely different than building on strengths. The approach to innovation we support here at Economics For Business is “Explore And Expand”, and Professor Keyhani sees a good match between the explore-expand dichotomy and the entrepreneurship-strategy dichotomy. Exploration is a blind spot in strategic management theory and modeling — there is pretty much no exploration in the five forces framework or the RBV (resource-based view) framework. Exploration — acting for the learning value to open up options for more things that can be done in the future — is the entrepreneurial way of thinking. Effectuation (covered in episode #131: Mises.org/E4B_131) is another form of entrepreneurial logic. It recognizes that the entrepreneur faces so much uncertainty that it may not be possible to set specific objectives. But the entrepreneur knows that they want to do something, that they have knowledge and resources and relationships, and that they may be able to create some value from them. Effectuation is the “fuzzy front end” of value creation. Another way to combine entrepreneurship and strategy is speed of learning. The general capability to be more adaptive than competition, to go through the learning cycle faster, is a dynamic capability that can be strategic. Competitive moats in the software world. Is the structure-and-constraints approach of strategic management useless in the digital era we live in? Sustainable competitive advantage seems to be inapplicable when anyone can write software (or download it from Github), and access hosting and storage at scale from AWS. But in fact, software entrepreneurs do think in terms of competitive advantage. The modern term for it is “moats”. Venture capitalists look favorably on businesses that can surround themselves with a moat to keep out competition. The most discussed moat is network effects. This concept did not come from the neo-classical economics equilibrium models, but from the dynamic analysis of more users coming in to join existing users. The five forces framework suggests that advantages lie either in cost or differentiation, but a network effects advantage can be both. Two-sided platforms with two-sided network effects add even more complexity. It's strategic to achieve that status, but the theory did not emanate from traditional strategic management thinking. Professor Keyhani introduces the next entrepreneurial strategy breakthrough: generativity. We talked in episode #104 (see Mises.org/E4B_104) about the new phenomenon of digital businesses identified by Professor Keyhani: generativity. Achieving generativity confers significant competitive advantage for any entrepreneurial firms who can develop it through technology. It's an advantage that is not identified by existing strategy theories. Generativity can be thought of as the automation of open innovation. Products and services can be designed to offer features that enable outsiders to innovate with them, and these outside innovations benefit the company. For example, the Google Pixel smartphone and the Apple iPhone are generative products or generative systems. With the tools these firms provide in the phones, outside developers can create new apps, that they offer on the Pixel or iPhone platform for other outsiders to use. The app developers make money, and so do Google and Apple, both from sales of outsider-developed apps in their app stores, and from in-app purchases. Google and Apple are not utilizing their own knowledge — they don't know the problem the app is solving, or even who developed it or where they are. They don't have to make the solution, don't have to take the risk, and don't have to pay salaries or development costs. Yet they profit from the innovation. It's a huge competitive advantage for these two entrepreneurial companies. Additional Resources "The Strategic Management Model versus the Entrepreneurial Model" (PDF): Mises.org/E4B_147_PDF "The Logic Of Strategic Entrepreneurship" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper1 "Was Hayek an ACE?" by Nicolaas J. Vriend: Mises.org/E4B_147_Paper2 The ultimate list of tools for entrepreneurs—"Entrepreneur Tools" by Mohammad Keyhani: Mises.org/E4B_147_Tools
We never know how much time we have left on this earth. Why not do everything we can to make the most of it? That's how today's guest approaches each day. Norman Sherman worked his way up through the corporate world of advertising to achieve great success. Today he's semi-retired, not only running his own consulting firm, but also mentoring at SCORE, the nation's largest network of volunteer business mentors to small businesses. He is a shining example of generativity, with a willingness to freely share his hard-won wisdom with others in business and life. If you're feeling hesitant to retire because you're worried about how to keep your brain engaged, this episode is for you. In this interview, we discussed: Why a difference in perspective helped him climb the ladder of success How Norm's son helped him rethink the idea of work-life balance The unexpected joy of reconnecting with old friends in retirement What makes a SCORE mentoring relationship successful How learning from younger generations helps him stay curious Why travel changed his mind about the strengths of different cultures Links Norman Sherman on LinkedIn
Anthony and Marshall begin exploring the impact of good men in their lives. In this week's episode, Marshall shares the positive impact that his father, a professional mentor, and a former boss had, and continue to have, on his life as an individual, professional, husband, and father.
Episode: Generativity over usefulness and efficiency. Making versus fixing. The “new newness” of Redemption and New Creation. In this episode artist, writer, and speaker Makoto Fujimura joins co-host Amy Hughes to discuss his […] The post Makoto Fujimura – Art + Faith: A Theology of Making first appeared on OnScript.
Our metric for business is value generation. The scope of Economics For Business is not determined by business size or type — we don't label firms as small, medium or large, or by the stage of their development, or by industry. We see business through the lens of entrepreneurship, defined as the intentional pursuit of new economic value. A reasonable proxy metric we can use is growth. Business growth is consequence of generating new economic value. That value is determined by customers, and a growing company is creating more customers and/or adding to its share of customer dollars spent in value exchange. The changing dimensions of business growth. The economic route to growth is changing. In today's markets, we often see speed of growth that goes beyond historical expectations. Business models can expand their reach and accelerate their performance over networks faster than ever before. An Austrian perspective on business enables entrepreneurs to perform in a high-growth environment: Austrian entrepreneurs recognize the boundaryless-ness of markets, the flexibility of capital combinations, and re-combinations to respond to the rolling flow of value learning signals from consumers, and the benefits of shedding control in order to accept complexity and emergence. Austrian entrepreneurs are well-placed to enjoy success in today's markets. Professor Mohammad Keyhani sums up the Austrian entrepreneur's advantage in the term Generativity. The generativity of a system is the capacity to produce unprompted, unanticipated change through unfiltered contributions from a large, broad, and varied audience. The concept of generativity is closely aligned with the Austrian ideas of spontaneous order and emergence. By way of an example, the concept has been applied to technologies, where the characteristics of generativity can be identified as the increase in participation as an input and the increase of innovation as an output. One of the results of this thinking has been open innovation: anyone can participate (e.g., when corporate research is not limited to a corporate R&D lab, ideas can come from anywhere outside the corporation), and more and better innovation is an outcome. One of the potential effects of generativity is to overcome knowledge constraints. Open innovation is an example: even the biggest corporation with the best minds in its employment can not possibly have a majority of good ideas. They don't even know what answers they should be looking for. With generativity, the part of the agency for the search for knowledge and entrepreneurial action is carried out by the product itself. Importantly, whereas open innovation is an organizational technique, generativity is a product characteristic. It gives the product itself some entrepreneurial agency in the Austrian sense of the word. Detaching the search process from the searcher. When we face knowledge constraints, we search for answers. But a searcher only knows to search in certain places. Generativity can separate the search from the searcher, unleashing the search process to look in places that would be blind spots for the searcher. Similarly, generative design can generate product ideas that the human designer could not. The incentives of the market can take control of the search process. The demand side (via broad, unfiltered participation) defines the problem to be solved and the supply side (via equally broad and equally unfiltered participation) creates solutions. Generative characteristics can be built-in to a product or service. 5 characteristics of generativity in products are: Leverage: the product can be put to many uses, and users can do many things with it, including those that the product designer could never anticipate. Adaptability: the product can be further modified to broaden its range of tasks even further; new code can be contributed by users, accessories can be added, and so on. Ease Of Mastery: there are no or low barriers to broad usage and broad adoption due to unusual or hard-to-acquire skills. Accessibility: the product is accessible to everyone and its usage is not limited to a specific set of users. Transferability: The advances in and changes to the technology made by some users are transferable to all users; new users can build on what previous users have contributed. Generative products are tools for entrepreneurs. Generative products are a little hard to describe or categorize. They're more like toolkits rather than specific use products. Professor Keyhani started a website to curate some of these kinds of tools / toolkits for entrepreneurs: Entrepreneur-Tools.Zeef.com/Keyhanimo Some examples he mentions: Zapier.com and Integromat.com link web apps and digital tools together via API's to assemble automated workflows. Airtable.com — flexible and powerful cloud-based relational database for regular users. No-code software development tools like Adalo.com (build your own app), Voiceflow.com (build your own voice app) and Bubble.io (anyone can be a software developer). There is a broad future growth path in generativity. Let users generate innovations; let them accumulate (new users can build on the innovations of earlier users); focus on capturing as much of the value as is appropriate for the entrepreneur-as-orchestrator. Additional Resources "How Generative Is Your Business?" (PDF): Mises.org/E4B_104_PDF "A Theory of Digital Firm-Designed Markets: Defying Knowledge Constraints with Crowds and Marketplaces" by Mohammad Keyhani, et al (on JSTOR): Mises.org/E4B_104_PDF2 Professor Keyhani's website: MohammadKeyhani.com
Introduction: Covid-19 struck like a thunderbolt and has thrown the world upside down. Many are still reeling as we grapple to right side for a new order. All of us have been forced to wake to a new reality, to pause and immediately assume a virtual reality for most of the population. Teams have been beset too. Episode Six is an invitation to look at how we re-emerge as a collective, what we chose to embrace and reflect on what we can generatively create with grace and gratitude. Podcast episode summary: To answer these and several more questions I interviewed Janet Harvey, Neil Scotton and Alister Scott primarily because of their bold interest in sustainability, climate change and the business of big change. This episode was littered with big existential questions such as what is growth ?and how might we want to think about what it means to have a livelihood. In addition, the panel questioned how we have lived and suffered in the past and what could we do as a species to creatively destruct for the better of all. Points made through the episode: What is necessary? How do we let go some of the unconscious habits and get out of our comfort zone? We have lots of cognitive food about Growth mindset and yet we don't do it. There exists an opportunity to come back to self, to know we are not alone, and that 7+billion people are experiencing the same conditions. We have everything available to us to re-imagine our relationship to life Our professional and personal lives have never been so merged. We have an opportunity to see our humaneness – and we cannot take anything for granted Undeniable our interconnectedness. Globalisation has demonstrated some real negatives Seems like mother nature has sent us to our rooms to think about the damage we have done to the planet. There is a positive to this “lock-down” we are now appreciating the slow, the simple the beauty in our connections and connectedness Important that we are mindful of the consequences of ignoring reality More permission now to notice what is not working and to say it. We will emerge so much stronger and resilient as teams. Teams are like an antibody. Huge capacity to bring forth disparate views to imagine and vision a new reality. Teams have unique advantage of not needing to know it all but as a collective to allow something to emerge -the collective is the engine. There is a falling away of old structures, constructs, egos and silos- crystal clear we are in a crisis and we need to contribute. The sense of shared purpose will embolden teams and organisations will find it hard to return to old ways. Not all leaders will be suitable for the new forms of teams that will emerge. There is a strong desire currently for purpose to sit above profit. Some assumptions will need to be busted. Growth for example is questionable the way we currently view growth at all costs. We don't yet understand how to operate a Global Citizenry. In order to access a “One team” notion allow people to bring whole selves to work Make teams your focus. Our vision has formerly been too myopic- we will get back to planning and prioritising Heretically nothing has changed. There certainly exists more courage to name what is not working but essentially team life remains the same. We are so swept up in the drama that we need to allow people to pause and feel the grief, the Global Grief. Important not to assume that what I am feeling you are too. The Zen and Art of Motorcycling says “we grab a handful of sand from the vast plains of awareness around us and we call it reality” Growth can happen in many ways not least in terms of learning and developing as human species. The panel is hoping that we allow : Creative destruction and cited Joseph Schumpeter We see the wisdom of giving space for reflection and thinking To build a culture of ERA (Encouragement, Recognition and Appreciation) to buld confidence against a very uncertain future The three G's Generativity, Grace and Gratitude To know and respect that everyone matters. To know we are already enough. Resources: the following include the resources I alluded to in this episode. Janet Harvey: invitechange.com Neil Scotton and Alister Scott: enablingcatalysts.com Neil Scotton and Alister Scott: The little book of making big change happen. Joseph Schumpeter: The theory of economic development Otto Sharmer: www.presencing.org
As advances in medicine extend the lifespan, baby boomers and traditionalists are finding they have more years to live and experience life, post careers. Perspectives and even definitions of retirement need changing to usher in the choice of living life as either “an elder or old fart,” as Susan Sokol Blosser likes to say. In this episode, we talk about the new frontier of retirement, which includes managing loss, recapturing joy, and living with gratitude and generativity, which provides powerful purpose and energy to enthusiastically embrace aging.
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