Ep.417. Aaron Swartz’s Theory of Change Will Reshape How You Think About Goals
Aaron Swartz's Theory of Change contrasts a typical forward-thinking theory of action with a more effective backward-thinking theory of change. Swartz argues that truly effective action starts with a clearly defined goal and then works backward in concrete steps to determine how to achieve it. He illustrates this with examples of reducing the defense budget and writing a bestseller, emphasizing the need to understand motivations and build trust to influence outcomes. Commenters discuss the applicability of this theory, providing related resources and offering alternative perspectives on…
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