Last Lecture Series: How to Design a Winnable Game – Graham Weaver

In this monologue, Graham Weaver recounts a career low point during the 2008 financial crisis when investors backed out of his private equity fund. This led him to question his approach and realize he was playing the wrong game by trying to fit into existing norms rather than creating his own path. He shares a transformative realization: the importance of designing a "winnable game" aligned with personal excitement, values, and long-term aspirations. Weaver outlines a four-step process: choosing a goal that stirs one's blood, designing a unique game, playing with people one admires, and starting to play now rather than waiting for the "right" moment. He emphasizes setting ambitious goals, challenging conventional wisdom, and aligning with supportive individuals to achieve both external success and internal fulfillment.