Ive noticed a paradox in great scientists and superforecasters: the reason theyre so comfortable being wrong is that theyre terrified of being wrong. What sets them apart is the time horizon. Theyre determined to reach the correct answer in the long run, and they know that means they have to be open to stumbling, backtracking, and rerouting in the short run. They shun rose-colored glasses in favor of a sturdy mirror. The fear of missing the mark next year is a powerful motivator to get a crystal-clear view of last years mistakes. People who are right a lot listen a lot, and they change their mind a lot, Jeff Bezos says. If you dont change your mind frequently, youre going to be wrong a lot.

Think Again by Adam M Grant