This week on Complex Systems, Cate Hall and I talk about agency, cultivating it in oneself, environments/orgs which seem to suppress or encourage it. Also a bit about walking roads less travelled. 00:00 Intro 02:38 Exploring the concept of agency 03:08 Selection effects in different fields 03:45 The changing demographics in tech and startups 06:52 The rise of systematization in poker and startups 17:27 The role of mental habits in developing agency 22:25 The value of feedback and continuous improvement 25:33 The power of admitting ignorance 27:29 Growth mindset and personal improvement 28:18 Using AI for creative pursuits 31:25 The value of human interaction 34:22 The unique traits of professional gamblers 39:40 Understanding and developing agency 43:41 Triggers for increased agency 51:02 Wrap