The Science of Failing Well

12/06/2025 24 min Temporada 22 Episodio 4

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Episode Synopsis

Amy Edmondson's book "Right Kind of Wrong," explores the multifaceted nature of failure and how individuals and organizations can learn and grow from it. The author differentiates between basic failures, complex failures, and intelligent failures, arguing that not all mistakes are equal and that some are essential for progress, particularly in novel situations. Edmondson emphasizes the importance of psychological safety in fostering environments where people can speak up about errors and take risks. Through numerous examples across various fields, the text illustrates strategies for understanding, preventing, and learning from different types of failures, ultimately advocating for a shift in mindset that embraces thoughtful experimentation and views mistakes as opportunities for improvement and innovation.