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Simon Sinek: How Great Leaders Inspire Action (Video)

In a fascinating talk, Simon Sinek discusses the fundamental differences between “leaders” and “those who lead.” He proposes his theory of the golden circle and asserts that “those who lead” are able to build a fiercely loyal following because they focus, not on what they do, but why they do it. He references great leaders, innovators and corporations such as Martin Luther King, the Wright Brothers and Apple, who influenced the world simply because they were able to attract and inspire people who shared their beliefs.

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Barry Schwartz: The Paradox of Choice (Video)

American psychologist Barry Schwartz makes the case that while having some choice is good; having too many options can promote paralysis and dissatisfaction. He argues that excessive, complicated choices can lead to regret and anticipated regret, opportunity costs, escalation of expectations and self-blame. Schwartz also discusses global economic problems and proposes income redistribution between societies with too many options and those with too few options, resulting in significant benefits for everyone.

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Susan Cain: The Power of Introverts (Video)

In this video Susan Cain distinguishes between introversion and shyness, and discusses the current cultural bias which favors extroversion in schools and in the workplace. She argues that solitude is often an essential ingredient for independent thinking and that introverts should not be stigmatized for seeking it out. Cain also emphasizes the point that introverts are a vital creative resource in tackling current world problems and that their talents and abilities should be encouraged and celebrated.

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Human Perception: The Amazing Waterfall Illusion (Video)

Have you ever seen falling water come to a stop in mid-air? How about water flowing UP a waterfall? If you haven’t, then please watch this amazing video created by Youtube user “brusspup.” This is one of those incredible illusions that leaves observers gaping in wonder and completely lays bare the stark limitations of human perception. Continue reading

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