Yeah I like this. I've thought about this before wrt engineering and writing code. Engineers who think they're smart write code that is too clever and no one else can understand; engineers who know they're dumb write code with themselves in mind and make sure to keep it simple
But I guess it generalises to other domains as well
Great article! Your take on destigmatizing "being dumb" as a pathway to personal and societal growth is spot on. Embracing what we don’t know, rather than fearing it, opens doors to learning and innovation. The concept of calibration—accurately assessing our strengths and weaknesses—struck a chord. It’s a necessary step for growth, both individually and within teams.
I also love your distinction between intelligence and goodness. Overvaluing “smart” can lead to dangerous outcomes when ethics are ignored. Your idea to shift culture by starting with micro-cultures is brilliant. The shirt concept adds a playful touch, making important conversations more accessible. This approach feels like a small but powerful step towards redefining how we view intelligence and failure.
Yeah I like this. I've thought about this before wrt engineering and writing code. Engineers who think they're smart write code that is too clever and no one else can understand; engineers who know they're dumb write code with themselves in mind and make sure to keep it simple
But I guess it generalises to other domains as well
Great article! Your take on destigmatizing "being dumb" as a pathway to personal and societal growth is spot on. Embracing what we don’t know, rather than fearing it, opens doors to learning and innovation. The concept of calibration—accurately assessing our strengths and weaknesses—struck a chord. It’s a necessary step for growth, both individually and within teams.
I also love your distinction between intelligence and goodness. Overvaluing “smart” can lead to dangerous outcomes when ethics are ignored. Your idea to shift culture by starting with micro-cultures is brilliant. The shirt concept adds a playful touch, making important conversations more accessible. This approach feels like a small but powerful step towards redefining how we view intelligence and failure.