Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Your need to find what is true should outweigh your need for being right. What if we all remembered this before making a decision or shared an opinion? This resonates so deeply with me and a great reminder for the moments reality humbles us by showing us a clearer, different picture of the truth. #growth#beginners#mindset
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
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Think mistakes spell failure?
Think again.
In their shadows lie the keys to progress and the birth of innovation.
Within each error lies:
- chance to evolve
- potential breakthrough
- pivot to undiscovered trails
Embracing failure, insights, and committing to improvement is where true growth occurs.
To make mistake is to walk the path of progress,
to learn is to build the bridges to tomorrow.
Let's change how we view these moments.
Make it a chance for growth and excellence.
#LifeProofCareer
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
This entire post resonated with me as an individual, and what type of leader I am at my core. Throughout my journey, I have encountered numerous mistakes and faced challenging moments that have shaped me into the individual and leader I am today. Rather than allowing these setbacks to define me negatively, I have embraced them as opportunities for growth and learning. By demonstrating relentless determination, adapting to difficult situations, and thriving in the face of adversity, I have discovered the true essence of empathy, compassion, and self-discovery.
I firmly believe that one's life is not defined by mistakes, failures, or losses, but rather by how one chooses to learn from them. Each difficult experience has strengthened my conviction and fortified my core values. Instead of regretting my lows, I have transformed them into sources of strength, resilience, and personal growth. I am grateful for the lessons I have learned along the way, as they have enabled me to assist and support numerous individuals who have faced similar challenges.
I am driven by a deep belief that every person deserves dignity and respect, free from judgment. Rather than labeling individuals as "problem children," I recognize that problems are often symptomatic of underlying issues. To truly understand and help others, it is crucial to pause, listen attentively, and earn their trust. A few simple words, such as "Is everything okay? How can I assist you? You are not alone," can profoundly impact someone's life when they need it most. It is essential to approach problems with caution and humility, acknowledging that there is always more beneath the surface than meets the eye.
Feel free to post your thoughts as well.
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Senior Fellow at University of California, Berkeley; Catalyst for Change; Innovative Problem Solver; Effective Organizational Leader that delivers results through creativity, teamwork and fun
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent."
#principleoftheday
This is one of the best lessons I learned in my time at Bridgewater. It is a skill I am always trying to refine as it’s not always easy to step back and look at things without your own bias.
I’m wrong more often than right in this new chapter of building my own business and knowing that has been of extreme value …
Happy Saturday!
#womeninbusiness#entrepreneurialjourney#eventplanning
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
As you run through a process, things change, new technology, insights, etc. -being wrong is part of the journey. Embrace it, learn from it and chart the new path forward. The goal is what we need to focus on bumps and bruises is how we grow.
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
Spot on! Embracing being wrong fuels learning and innovation. Fearing it hinders growth and breeds negativity. Let's create open spaces for honest discussion, where teams can learn, iterate, and ultimately succeed. #growthmindset#innovation
Founder, CIO Mentor, and Member of the Bridgewater Board
If you don't mind being wrong on the way to being right you'll learn a lot--and increase your effectiveness. But if you can't tolerate being wrong, you won't grow, you'll make yourself and everyone around you miserable, and your work environment will be marked by petty backbiting and malevolent barbs rather than by a healthy, honest search for truth.
You must not let your need to be right be more important than your need to find out what's true. Jeff Bezos described it well when he said, "You have to have a willingness to repeatedly fail. If you don't have a willingness to fail, you're going to have to be very careful not to invent." #principleoftheday
