Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Do You See Life as a Portfolio? Choice Bracketing Can Help! w/John R. Miles EP 510


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In today’s episode, John R. Miles explores the concept of choice bracketing, a powerful framework that shows how the seemingly small decisions we make every day can compound over time to significantly impact our future. Drawing on the real-life examples of Jeff Bezos and Warren Buffett, we discuss how big-picture thinking helps avoid reactive, short-term choices in favor of intentional actions that align with long-term goals.

The episode breaks down the science of decision-making, focusing on how balancing short-term comfort with long-term success requires shifting from narrow, isolated choices to a broader, portfolio of choices approach. You’ll learn how Bezos applied the regret minimization framework to launch Amazon and how Buffett’s investment philosophy is rooted in viewing life through a long-term lens.

Link to the full show notes:  https://passionstruck.com/choice-bracketing-portfolio-of-choices/

In this episode, you will learn:
  • How choice bracketing helps shift from reactive to intentional decision-making.
  • The compounding effect of small, daily choices over time.
  • How Jeff Bezos used the regret minimization framework to make life-altering decisions.
  • Warren Buffett’s long-term approach to balancing short-term comfort with future gains.
  • The importance of viewing your life as a portfolio of decisions.
  • Practical strategies for aligning your choices with long-term goals in your career, health, and personal growth.
  • How to balance immediate gratification with sustainable success through big-picture thinking.
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      Catch More of Passion Struck:

      • Check My solo episode on The Power of Choice — Why Our Choices Are Powerful
      • Catch my episode with Emile's good friend Jamil Zaki on how hope can conquer cynicism
      • Watch my interview with Alex Edmans on Critical Thinking in a Post-truth World
      • Can't miss my episode with Jeffrey C. Walker On The Criticality of Collaboration in Systems Change
      • My episode with Lori Gottlieb on Embracing Self-Compassion for a Better Life
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