Mental Models For Managing Change - OODA

Welcome to a very special mini-series on The Inner Game of Change. I’m thrilled to take you on this journey as we explore something both timeless and practical: Mental Models for Managing Change. Now, before we dive into today’s topic, let’s quickly revisit something we mention in every episode — what is a mental model anyway? A mental model is a way of seeing — a framework that helps us interpret complexity, solve problems, and make better decisions.  You can think of it like a map or a lens. The clearer it is, the more confidently we can move through uncertainty. In our last episode, we explored Map vs Territory — a model that reminds us to challenge our assumptions and stay grounded in reality, not just in our maps or frameworks. Today, we’re building on that — because once you’ve seen the difference between map and territory, the next question becomes: How do you move through it, especially when things are changing fast? That’s where today’s mental model comes in — the OODA Loop. Send us a text Ali Juma @The Inner Game of Change podcast Follow me on LinkedIn