Experiencing a sense of detachment or disconnection
In the ever-evolving world of work, it's essential to adapt and grow. With a 24-year career under his belt, author Chris has honed his skills significantly. Yet, challenges can be hard to define and solve, even for those with years of management experience.
This sentiment is echoed in Steven D'Souza and Diana Renner's book, "Not Knowing: The Art of Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity." The book suggests that in a complex world, no one person can have all the answers. It's beneficial to lean on those who do know.
The author's love for music mirrors this philosophy. He discovered a song called "Astronaut In The Ocean" by Masked Wolf, which has over 1 billion streams on Spotify, despite being released three years ago with little acclaim. Remarkably, it has more streams than the entire back catalog of Miles Davis. The song gained popularity on TikTok in the late 2020s, demonstrating that even in the music industry, unexpected hits can emerge.
This unexpected success story is reminiscent of Mel Marshall's philosophy to elite coaching. She advocates going to bed as an expert and waking up as a novice, constantly seeking to learn anew each day. Her leadership roles, including coaching Olympic champion Adam Peaty and leading Griffith University’s High Performance Hub, suggest a focus on ongoing improvement and adaptability in coaching.
Shunryu Suzuki, a Zen monk and teacher, once said, "In the beginner's mind, there are many possibilities, while in the expert's mind, there are few." This sentiment resonates with Mel Marshall's philosophy, emphasizing constant learning and embracing the mindset of a novice.
However, there is an unnecessary pressure to be right and in-the-know all the time, especially for brand owners and business leaders. The author encourages his team at Truant London to make him feel old and out of touch every day, embracing the thrill of learning new things and being the least knowledgeable person in a room.
It's okay to not know and it's okay to be "stupid." The theory of evolution supports this idea, as species become more capable of dealing with environmental conditions over time. In the context of work and life, this means being open to new ideas, embracing uncertainty, and not being afraid to ask questions.
The article's title and content were inspired by the Hall & Oates 1984 song, "Out Of Touch." The featured image for the article is Hall & Oates' song, "Out Of Touch" (1984). In a world that moves fast, it's essential to stay curious, adaptable, and open to learning. Embrace the mindset of a novice and let the possibilities unfold.
In the realm of business leadership, it's crucial to embrace ongoing learning and uncertainty, as suggested by the concept conveyed in Hall & Oates' 1984 song, "Out Of Touch." This mindset can also be applied to the media landscape, where unexpected hits, like Masked Wolf's "Astronaut In The Ocean," can emerge and greatly impact public perception, much like the educational philosophy of Mel Marshall emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning and curiosity.
