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Abby Covert, an information architect, discusses the significance of language and the role of information in our lives. She explains that information is unique to each individual and is the result of data and content processing in our brains. Abby emphasizes the importance of understanding mental models and how they shape our perception of information. She also highlights the role of language in organizations and the need for clarity and consistency. Abby shares insights on the power of diagrams in sense-making and decision-making. She encourages individuals and teams to zoom out to gain a broader perspective and to live and lead by their values.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and the Definition of Information 05:23 The Role of Language in Organizations 11:33 Perfectionism and the Challenges of Making Sense 25:07 Living and Leading by Our Values 30:01 The Impact of Information Architecture on Media Consumption
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