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Imagined Advisory Board

Convene a mental meeting with 5 imaginary experts before any major leadership decision.

30 min Advanced

Goal

Transcend single-perspective limits by harnessing 5 expert lenses — without real consultants.

Steps

1

Pick 5 figures with divergent lenses (CEO, philosopher, humanist, finance, tech).

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

You uncover 2-3 perspectives absent from your initial thinking.

Evidence base

School: Personal Development / Napoleon Hill Mastermind

Founders: Napoleon Hill · Tim Ferriss (1937)

Coined by Napoleon Hill in "Think and Grow Rich" (1937). Popularized recently by Tim Ferriss in "The 4-Hour Workweek" (2007).

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Imagined Advisory Board" take?

This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced solo in a Creative format.

When will I notice the effect of "Imagined Advisory Board"?

You uncover 2-3 perspectives absent from your initial thinking. In the short term: Within a month, your decisions diversify and your team is surprised by your depth.

Is "Imagined Advisory Board" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Personal Development / Napoleon Hill Mastermind (Napoleon Hill, Tim Ferriss (1937)). Coined by Napoleon Hill in "Think and Grow Rich" (1937). Popularized recently by Tim Ferriss in "The 4-Hour Workweek" (2007).

Is "Imagined Advisory Board" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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