The newsletter “Journal of discoveries” discusses various topics including narrowing the gap between company and employee purpose, choosing life pursuits, and the concept of the great flattening. It emphasizes the importance of aligning personal and organizational purposes for collaboration, productivity, and job satisfaction. The newsletter also explores personal development strategies, such as showing up for oneself and disarming saboteurs. In terms of innovation, it delves into the intersection of love and AI, the role of art and creativity, and the potential risks of AI manipulation. Lastly, it touches on leadership and management issues, such as the arrivism trap and middle manager burnout. A recommended book is “Mindset: the new psychology of success” by Carol S. Dweck.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narrow the gap between company and employee purpose | Closer alignment between company and employee purpose | Increased collaboration, productivity, and job satisfaction | Enhancing organizational success |
| How to choose your life pursuits | Finding fulfillment in personal pursuits | More intentional decision-making in life pursuits | Pursuit of personal fulfillment |
| The great flattening | Equalization of opportunities and resources | Increased access to technology and innovation | Desire for fairness and equality |
| Art and creativity unleashed | Liberation and exploration of artistic expression | Increased creativity and innovation in art | Desire for self-expression and cultural enrichment |
| Narcissist CEOs are more likely to hire narcissists to top roles | Influence of narcissistic leaders in hiring decisions | Potential increase in narcissistic leadership and workplace culture | Narcissistic tendencies and power dynamics in organizations |
| Mindset: the new psychology of success by Carol S. Dweck | Embracing a growth mindset for success | Shift in mindset towards growth and resilience | Focus on personal and professional development |