Reflections - first time manager

Managing can be a formidable task - some may find it effortless while others may struggle. Nevertheless, I’ve gleaned valuable insights through my experience, and I’d like to share my key learnings below.

Innovation

Managing can be a formidable task - some may find it effortless while others may struggle. Nevertheless, I’ve gleaned valuable insights through my experience, and I’d like to share my key learnings below.

Behavioural psychology

Behavioral Psychology, a discipline that delves into the intricacies of human behavior, is a fascinating realm of study that explores the dynamic interplay between our actions and the external stimuli that shape them. This discipline magnifies the illuminating relationship between the environment, our experiences, and the learned behaviors that result from them, casting a captivating light on the mechanisms behind why we do what we do.

Reductionist v/s System

The Reductionist and System views are two sides of a coin, both striving to decipher the mystery of the universe. However, the former dissects phenomena into its atomic elements, illuminating their behavior in a solitary light, while the latter sees the world through a kaleidoscopic lens, grasping the interwoven tapestry of all its elements, leading to a comprehensive understanding of the system at large.

Social Learning Theory

The theory sheds a new light on the old saying: “Actions speak louder than words.” Social Learning Theory, the brainchild of psychologist Albert Bandura, sheds light on the fact that humans are capable of learning through the observations and mimicking of those around them.

Stakeholder frameworks Part 1

The RACI model is a project management tool used to clearly define roles and responsibilities within a team. The acronym stands for Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed.

Thinking with ‘Mental Models’

Leveraging cognitive frameworks to help make sense of the world around us.

Closed mouths don’t get fed'

Be Different by Eddie Pinero , “closed mouths don’t get fed”.

“Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” Reinhold Niebuhr Difference between recognition and appreciation