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Your gut says one thing. The data says another. You have 60 seconds to decide—what do you trust?
In this episode of Thinking 2 Think, Mike Aponte breaks down data literacy as a life skill using real-world insights from the NHL and SAP, where students are learning analytical thinking through sports data.
But the deeper question is:
When should data lead—and when should instinct take over?
You’ll learn the RINK Framework:
- Read the numbers
- Inspect the context
- Name the human factors
- Know and own the call
This episode explores:
- Why data alone can mislead
- How intuition can be both powerful and dangerous
- How leaders balance analytics and experience under pressure
- Why analytical thinking is now one of the most valuable skills in the world
Perfect for educators, leaders, business professionals, and anyone making high-stakes decisions in a data-driven world.
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About the host: M.A. Aponte is a former JPMorgan banker, former Merrill Lynch wealth manager, former NYPD officer, Army Officer, and Executive Director of a Charter School in Florida. He is the author of The Logical Mind and host of Thinking 2 Think.
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Your gut says one thing. The data says another. You have 60 seconds to decide—what do you trust?
In this episode of Thinking 2 Think, Mike Aponte breaks down data literacy as a life skill using real-world insights from the NHL and SAP, where students are learning analytical thinking through sports data.
But the deeper question is:
When should data lead—and when should instinct take over?
You’ll learn the RINK Framework:
- Read the numbers
- Inspect the context
- Name the human factors
- Know and own the call
This episode explores:
- Why data alone can mislead
- How intuition can be both powerful and dangerous
- How leaders balance analytics and experience under pressure
- Why analytical thinking is now one of the most valuable skills in the world
Perfect for educators, leaders, business professionals, and anyone making high-stakes decisions in a data-driven world.
Support the show
About the host: M.A. Aponte is a former JPMorgan banker, former Merrill Lynch wealth manager, former NYPD officer, Army Officer, and Executive Director of a Charter School in Florida. He is the author of The Logical Mind and host of Thinking 2 Think.
Join My Substack for more content: maaponte.substack.com
Consulting/Advisory Services: MAAponte.com
Professional LinkedIn Page: www.linkedin.com/in/maaponte
Financial Budget/Wealth Management app (FREE): https://centsora.com/
CHECK OUT OUR NEW CRITICAL THINKING GAME APP! Currently in BETA:
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.base692af669b00f0dc8d8ad6653.app
- Web: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.base692af669b00f0dc8d8ad6653.app
- *Coming soon to Apple Store
📲 Let’s connect on social media (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/thinking2think
🔗 Follow us:
📖 Check out my book: The Logical Mind: Learn Critical Thinking to Make Better D...