Second-Order Thinking

Second-Order Thinking

“Second–order thinking is a method of thinking that goes beyond the surface level, beyond the knee–jerk reactions and short–term gains. It asks us to play the long game, to anticipate the ripple effects of our actions, and to make choices that will...
Second-Order Thinking

The Tenderness is Real

A one-minute excerpt from the latest Ranching Returns Podcast episode was shared on PCC’s Facebook Page Monday morning. In response, John Minor, a Pharo Bull Customer in Oklahoma, said: “We’ve been strictly using Pharo genetics since 2007 – and I can tell you...
Second-Order Thinking

Get The Poisons Out

I am often inspired to write about things that I read, see and/or hear. This time, Steve Campbell inspired me to write about genetic potential. Follow me for a second as I provide some background information. One of the first talks I give to my wrestlers, as a coach,...
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Up-Periscope Syndrome

A periscope is a very handy instrument used to observe activity above the water’s surface from a submerged submarine. When the command “up periscope” is given the periscope is raised for use. Once in place, it has the ability to swivel around for surveillance in all...
Second-Order Thinking

First Principles Thinking

“First principles thinking is the art of breaking down complex problems into their most fundamental truths. It’s a way of thinking that goes beyond the surface and allows us to see things from a new perspective. Thinking in terms of first principles allows us to...
Second-Order Thinking

What Changed?

In response to last week’s Getting Your Money’s Worth article, Steve Campbell with Tailor Made Cattle sent the following email. Kit, when my father and mother were married in 1950, my father told my mother NOT to ask a rancher how many cows he had. That was like...