The Art of Possibility by Benjamin and Rosamund Zander is a good reminder about philosophies you know and understand inherently, but may have forgotten. My favorite chapter is entitled "Giving an A", and offers great advice for meeting new people. It's true that in the first seven seconds of meeting someone, you will form at least eleven thoughts about him/her subconsciously. It's known as the 7/11 rule in advertising. So, in an attempt to combat the judgments we knowingly/unknowingly form, the Zanders suggest that we give everyone we meet an 'A' grade. By automatically treating others as though they're 'A' students, and not discounting them based on our immediate judgments, we give them the benefit of the doubt, and create a more open environment in which to interact. Nevertheless, it's a great read. These lessons could be applied to any aspect of your life.
The Art of Possibility by Benjamin and Rosamund Zander is a good reminder about philosophies you know and understand inherently, but may have forgotten. My favorite chapter is entitled "Giving an A", and offers great advice for meeting new people. It's true that in the first seven seconds of meeting someone, you will form at least eleven thoughts about him/her subconsciously. It's known as the 7/11 rule in advertising. So, in an attempt to combat the judgments we knowingly/unknowingly form, the Zanders suggest that we give everyone we meet an 'A' grade. By automatically treating others as though they're 'A' students, and not discounting them based on our immediate judgments, we give them the benefit of the doubt, and create a more open environment in which to interact. Nevertheless, it's a great read. These lessons could be applied to any aspect of your life.
No comments:
Post a Comment