The Great Mental Models, Volume 3: Systems and Mathematics (The Great Mental …

The Great Mental Models, Volume 3: Systems and Mathematics (The Great Mental Models Series) [Hardcover] Parrish, Shane; Beaubien, Rhiannon and Leizrowice, Rosie Product Overview From the New York Times bestselling author of Clear Thinking andFarnam Street founder, Shane Parrish. The third book in the timeless Great Mental Models series. Time and time again, great thinkers such as Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett have credited their success to mental models–representations of how something works that can scale onto other fields. Mastering a small number of mental models enables you to rapidly grasp new information, identify patterns others miss, and avoid the common mistakes that hold people back. Volume 3 of The Great Mental Models series focuseson systems and mathematics, simplifying more than twenty-four key concepts from these technical fields into easy-to- understand terms. It provides insights into the unseen mechanisms that influence our environment and teaches you how to apply these principles to benefit your life. Some of the mental models covered in this book include: Margin of Safety: Engineers design for extremes, not averages. To create a robust system, ensure a meaningful gap between what the system is capable of handling and what it is required to handle.Compounding: The most powerful force in the universe can work in domains other than money.The law of diminishing returns: Inputs to a system lead to more output, up until a point where each further unit of input will lead to a decreasing amount of output.Regression to the mean: Above- or below- average performance tends to correct towards the average over the long term. The Great Mental Models series demystifies once elusive concepts and illuminates rich knowledge that traditional education overlooks. This series is the most comprehensive and accessible guide on using mental models to better understand our world, solve problems, and gain an advantage. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Portfolio (October 15, 2024) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 384 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593719999 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 92 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.69 x 1.18 x 8.5 inches Best Sellers Rank: #21,536 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #40 in Business Decision Making #65 in Decision-Making & Problem Solving #76 in Cognitive Psychology (Books) #40 in Business Decision Making Quality Products Have peace of mind knowing that your order will arrive original factory sealed packaging. That means that you’ll have the full force of the manufacturer’s warranty to protect your purchase. Fast Shipping You’re already purchasing the item. Why pay a lot for your shipping? We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!