Business model Quote by Aidan McCullen
““Every time we add a lens, it modifies how we experience the world. The difference between that contraption and a world view is that each time a new lens is added to our world view, the lenses remain in place. We must be vigilant about the lenses we admit, because they colour our view of the world, sometimes to our disadvantage. They can limit us, encourage us to seek to confirm evidence and make us hold on to mental models, business models and convictions even when they no longer serve us.””
About This Quote
Adding new perspectives changes perception; each added lens colors our worldview and can trap us in outdated models.
In simple terms: New viewpoints shape how we see things, but can also lock us into old ideas.
Key Takeaway
Question and prune the lenses you adopt.
Themes
perception
mindset
bias
growth
critical thinking
Mood
reflective
cautious
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal development
- scientific research
- team decision making
- political discourse
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
mental models
confirmation bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What lenses are you currently holding?
- How do you test whether a lens still serves you?
A Different Perspective
If a lens is useful, it may still obscure other truths.
