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Peter D. Kaufman

Batesian Mimicry: Why Copycats Are Successful

One of our first interview guests for The Knowledge Project was the former NFL executive Michael Lombardi. In our interview, we discussed topics ranging from the nature of leadership to decision …

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The Three Buckets of Knowledge

The three most fundamental sources of knowledge are physics, math, and human history. They offer us endless learning and mental models. Here’s how mastering the three buckets of knowledge can give you …

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The Physics of Relationships: Going Positive and Going First

Isaac Newton’s third law states that, without exception, “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” What most people don’t know is that Newton’s law is …

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