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One-Page Applied Insights for Impact on Adam Grant’s Originals translating the book into practical moves for:

Executives → Question defaults, protect dissent, time innovation.

PE / Boards → Balance portfolio risk, challenge first-mover bias.

Entrepreneurs → Hedge income, experiment broadly, choose allies wisely.

Bottom line: originality isn’t reckless genius — it’s disciplined systems.

👉 Download full PDF here: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Applied-Insights-for-Impact-on-Adam-Grant-Originals-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

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Deep Smarts Sep 27

Just finished my raw notes on Adam Grant's Originals

This book isn’t about reckless risk-taking — it’s about questioning the default, balancing risk portfolios, and building systems that welcome dissent.

Key Takeaways:
– Question defaults
– Balance risk like a portfolio
– Volume > perfection
– Procrastinate with purpose
– Protect dissent

👉 Download full notes (PDF): https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Notes-on-Adam-Grant-Originals-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

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Deep Smarts Aug 4, 2024

In "The Hard Thing About Hard Things," Ben Horowitz's "Give Ground Grudgingly" concept teaches us to balance growth with preserving core values, much like an offensive lineman in football.

Strategic sacrifices and cautious steps back can prevent chaos while ensuring progress. Dive deeper into this insightful approach by downloading my notes below 👇

https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Notes-on-Ben-Horowitz-The-Hard-Thing-About-Hard-Things-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

#business #entrepreneurship #management #leadership #booknotes #deepsmarts

Deep Smarts Jul 31, 2024

Understanding the roots of racist ideas is crucial. In Stamped From the Beginning, Ibram X. Kendi delves into the history of racism in America and the ineffective strategies used to combat it.

He explores how deeply entrenched discriminatory policies shape our society and why aligning self-interest with racial equality is essential for progress.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/3533262234

Deeper Analysis: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2021/02/racial-wealth-gap/.html

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Brian Nwokedi's review of Stamped from the Beginning

5/5: Introduction Stamped from the Beginning chronicles the development of racist ideas, and the ongoing failure of three old and popular strategies Americans have used to root out these ideas: (1) self-sacrifice (2) uplift suasion, and (3) educational persuasion. The race problem in America has historically been framed as a problem of ignorance and hate leading to racist ideas. On the contrary, Stamped from the Beginning unpacks how the self-interest of the elite few leads to racist policies, which leads to racist ideas to justify these policies, ultimately leading to all the ignorance and ha...

Deep Smarts Jul 31, 2024

Discover America's untold stories and different perspectives with Michael Harriott's Black AF History. My latest notes delve into the impactful narratives often overlooked in mainstream history. Learn how different perspectives can reshape our understanding of the past.

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Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notes-on-Michael-Harriort-Black-AF-History-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6249417052

Deep Smarts Jul 28, 2024

The real power of #habit lies in understanding that you have the power to shape them.

While strong willpower is essential, occasional setbacks are natural. Embrace the journey of personal growth.

Dive into "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg to learn how to instill habits that elevate you to Human+.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1525640143

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Brian Nwokedi's review of The Power of Habit

4/5: Audio Review Here The Power of Habit is a great quick read that will give you deeper insights into why we humans do what we do oftentimes without thinking. Duhigg simplistically but effectively breaks habit down to a formula that our brains automatically follow: When I see CUE, I will do ROUTINE in order to get a REWARD. With this book, Charles Duhigg, looks to provide a framework for understanding how habits work and a guide to experimenting with how they might change. His framework is boiled down to four steps: 1. Identify the routine 2. Experiment with rewards 3. Isolate the c...

Deep Smarts Jul 28, 2024

Discover the essence of Amazon's success with my one-page visual summary of "The #Amazon Way." These 14 leadership principles, centered around customer obsession, drive Amazon's innovation and dominance. Learn how these principles can transform your approach to leadership and business.

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/09/the-amazon-way/.html

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The Amazon Way – Deep Smarts

Deep Smarts Jul 28, 2024

We live in an embedded economy as socially adaptable humans working together within the boundaries of Earth and Society. #Economic Growth must be secondary!

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/12/doughnut-economics/.html

#Economics #Sustainability #DeepSmarts #BookReview #Capitalism #Climate

Doughnut Economics – Deep Smarts

Deep Smarts Jul 28, 2024

In Doughnut Economics, Kate Raworth explores a revolutionary economic model balancing social well-being and ecological sustainability.

Discover how shifting from GDP-focused growth to the Doughnut framework can help humanity and the planet thrive.

Book Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2516439753

My Article: https://www.briannwokedi.com/2018/12/doughnut-economics/.html

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#Capitalism
#Climate

Brian Nwokedi's review of Doughnut Economics

5/5: Audio Review here A Deeper Look at this topic here Introduction Doughnut Economics is a book by English economist Kate Raworth that describes in detail an action plan to fix the current global economic engine that has brought our planet and society to a tipping point. Regardless of where you stand politically, it’s clear that our global economic engine is out of balance with our planetary limits. It’s also very clear that income and wealth inequality caused by the current global economic engine is one of the most important societal challenges faced by mankind in the 21st century. Bo...

Deep Smarts Jul 28, 2024

Inspired by Thomas Piketty's "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," my latest notes explore how wealth accumulation and inequality shape our society.

Discover how knowledge diffusion, educational policies, and strategic investments can bridge the wealth gap. Let's build a fairer, more equitable world.

Deep Notes: https://www.briannwokedi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Notes-on-Thomas-Piketty-Capital-by-Brian-Nwokedi.pdf

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#Capitalism
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