What leaders can learn from the Norwegian success mentality

Anders Indset, a world-renowned philosopher and keynote speaker, discusses his journey from SEO to business philosophy, emphasizing the importance of understanding exponential technology and AI. He introduces the Norwegian mindset, or the Viking code, highlighting its blend of collectivism and individualism. Indset explains how this mindset fosters high performance through community and individual growth, citing examples like Viktor Hovland and Kasper Ruud. He stresses the need for leaders to balance management and leadership, celebrating progress over failure, and fostering a culture of trust and healthy discussions to drive innovation.
About the speaker

Anders Indset

Njordis Group, Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), and the Quantum Economy Alliance, in addition to his many co-initiated projects such as GBI (Global Blockchain Initiative)

- Njordis Group, Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), and the Quantum Economy Alliance, in addition to his many co-initiated projects such as GBI (Global Blockchain Initiative)

Ander is a world-renowned philosopher and keynote speaker

Show Notes

  • 00:21
    Anders Indset's Background in SEO and Technology
    Anders mentions his background in setting up companies and his interest in understanding the evolution of technology and its impact on business.
  • 03:52
    Transition to Business Philosophy and AI
    He discusses his investment in quantum tech companies and his curiosity about AI, which he has written about extensively.
  • 05:49
    The Norwegian Mindset and the Viking Code
    Anders describes the Viking code as a culture that unites collectivism and individualism, emphasizing high performance and values.
  • 18:27
    The Role of Leaders in Fostering Community and Progress
    Discusses the role of leaders in fostering environments that drive the Viking code in organizations and communities.
  • 19:32
    The Impact of Leaders on Community and Progress
    Anders emphasizes the importance of leaders creating environments that allow for healthy discussions and trust, leading to progress.

Quotes

  • “Having invested in quantum tech companies, and obviously, my initials are AI, So I was very early curious about artificial intelligence. And I've written quite a bit about that.” - Anders Indset

  • “If we can come together and build something greater than the sum of its parts, then obviously if I have the motivation or aspiration to have an individual achievement, I will, you know, grow even further. So the input into the collective serves as a ethos for an individual journey..” - Anders Indset

  • “What is it that makes this Viking code, this ethos of Norwegian high performance so special? And that's why I wrote this book, The Viking Code, in order to create a global philosophy and how to activate the vitalism of life.” - Anders Indset

  • “The essence of your vitality or your experience of progress is the essence of the output you will have much later on. And I think this is crucial for building lasting businesses.” - Anders Indset

  • “There's been a lot of emphasis on failure cultures. And I think [...] it's not a good analogy because we don't want to have failure culture. We want to have celebration of progress” - Anders Indset

  • “We have an infinite potential to create better explanation. And that is progress. It's never finite, because we don't solve problems, we make better problems.” - Anders Indset

About the speaker

Anders Indset

Njordis Group, Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), and the Quantum Economy Alliance, in addition to his many co-initiated projects such as GBI (Global Blockchain Initiative)

- Njordis Group, Global Institute of Leadership & Technology (GILT), and the Quantum Economy Alliance, in addition to his many co-initiated projects such as GBI (Global Blockchain Initiative)

Ander is a world-renowned philosopher and keynote speaker

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