Defy the Fade You and Your Research
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Aug 25, 2022 Sanjay Ayer, a Portfolio Manager at WCM, dives into Richard Hamming's iconic lecture 'You and Your Research.' He discusses why few scientists make lasting contributions, emphasizing the importance of courage, collaboration, and the right mindset. Ayer also highlights how constraints can fuel creativity and the value of early collaboration in research projects. He shares insights on aligning professional actions with personal beliefs and how introspection can enhance decision-making in investment strategies, blending humor with profound wisdom.
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Make Reflection A Habit
- Institutionalize regular reflection to measure and improve research.
- Use offsites and pauses to avoid reactive, defensive work and increase return on time.
Journal And Sleep On Decisions
- Journal decisions and patterns to accelerate learning and spot behavioral biases.
- Delay some judgments to let excitement fade and let more information emerge.
Use Constraints To Spur Creativity
- Constraints often boost creativity by forcing exploration of edges.
- Toggle between focused solo work and exposure to harsh reality to produce better discoveries.