Retrain Your Brain
Episode Description
Stephen Dubner, co-author of Think Like a Freak, discusses how to challenge conventional thinking and improve your decision-making. More: http://knlg.net/1vEIz42 đź“‚ Leadership
Brief Summary
Adam Grant talks with Steven Dubner and Levitt about their book, problem-solving, and the importance of acknowledging uncertainty in decision-making.
Key points
- The Motivation Behind 'Think Like a Freak'. Boredom led to the creation of this thought-provoking book.
- The Power of 'I Don't Know'. Acknowledging uncertainty can lead to better problem-solving.
- The Upside of Quitting. Exploring the benefits of quitting and how it can improve lives.
- The Challenge of Decision Making. Even with the best strategies, success isn't guaranteed due to human biases.
- Understanding the Flu Vaccine Dilemma. Despite its effectiveness, many people avoid the flu vaccine. Why is that?
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Episode highlights
- The Power of 'I Don't Know'Acknowledging uncertainty can lead to better problem-solving.“I don’t know is a powerful phrase we should use more often.”3:06Dec 23, 2014
- The Upside of QuittingExploring the benefits of quitting and how it can improve lives.“Quitting can be a really good option.”12:19Dec 23, 2014
- The Challenge of Decision MakingEven with the best strategies, success isn't guaranteed due to human biases.“There might be a lot of good reasons why you still won’t be successful.”18:49Dec 23, 2014
- Understanding the Flu Vaccine DilemmaDespite its effectiveness, many people avoid the flu vaccine. Why is that?“It’s kind of a conundrum.”20:31Dec 23, 2014
Tension
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