Perceive confidence as positive predictive value

Confidence can be meaningfully related to positive predictive value (PPV) in the sense that both concepts reflect the accuracy of a belief or decision-making process. Defining Positive Predictive Value (PPV) In statistics and diagnostics, PPV refers to the probability that a positive test result is actually correct. It is given…

Adapt faster than your competition

Malcolm Gladwell popularised the "10,000-Hour Rule" in Outliers: The Story of Success, suggesting that achieving world-class expertise requires around 10,000 hours of deliberate practice. However, this concept has been refined over time. Many argue that 10,000 iterations—not just 10,000 hours—are what truly…

Blue sky thinking for team performance

Blue sky thinking is about breaking free from limitations, exploring ideas without immediately worrying about feasibility, resources, or past failures. It’s not just a brainstorming exercise; it’s a mental shift that fuels long-term success. Beyond driving performance, it may also help reduce burnout by shifting focus from short-term…

Let go of your raft

The Raft Parable, a well-known Buddhist teaching, carries a powerful message about knowing when to hold on and when to let go. Some things serve us for a time, but if we’re not careful, they can start holding us back. The parable A man, pursued by enemies, reaches a…