Business By Hormozi #178: The Power of Teaching Concepts Through New Examples

Introduction: Two Friends, Different Teaching Styles

Sophia and Jason were both educators, but they taught in very different ways. Sophia worked as a high school math teacher, while Jason was a content creator and online course instructor. They often discussed their approaches to teaching, trying to learn from each other’s experiences.

One day, Sophia shared her frustrations with Jason. "I teach the same concepts year after year, but it feels like my students get bored or just don’t engage. I’m constantly searching for new ways to keep things fresh."

Jason smiled and said, "I know exactly what you mean. But here’s a trick that always works—variety in examples."

Jason's Approach: The Power of Fresh Examples

Jason explained, "You can teach the same concept over and over, but if you use the same example every time, your audience will get bored. The key to keeping things interesting and engaging is to teach the same concept, but with new examples."

Sophia was intrigued. "So, you’re saying that I can keep teaching algebra, but just use different scenarios every time?"

"Exactly," Jason replied. "Instead of always solving problems from the textbook, try using examples from real life—like calculating the price of groceries, budgeting for a trip, or analyzing data for a small business. The concept remains the same, but the context changes."

The Turning Point: A New Way of Thinking

Sophia took Jason’s advice to heart. The next week, instead of using the usual textbook problems, she brought in examples from the students’ everyday lives—such as calculating the time it would take to walk to a local coffee shop or finding the area of a rectangular garden. She noticed a change almost immediately: students were more engaged, and they could connect the math to things they cared about.

"Jason, you were right," she said a few weeks later. "The students are more excited, and they understand the concepts better. The variety of examples really makes a difference!"

The Lesson: Teaching with New Examples to Create Variety

The moral of the story? To keep content fresh and engaging, teach the same concept with new examples. By presenting familiar ideas through different lenses, you can keep your audience interested and help them better understand the material. It’s all about variety in how you present the same idea.

Why Varied Content Keeps Audiences Engaged

Sophia’s experience highlighted the importance of variety in teaching. When you use different examples to explain the same concept, you not only keep your audience engaged but also help them see the concept from different angles. This makes the material feel more relevant and accessible, enhancing their understanding and retention.

Conclusion: Keep It Fresh with New Perspectives

In education, content variety is a powerful tool. While the concepts you teach may remain the same, the way you present them can make all the difference. By introducing new examples and real-world scenarios, you can breathe new life into your lessons and keep your audience engaged with Power of Teaching.