We all make mistakes. However, wouldn’t it be nice if you could make fewer of them? This episode begins by revealing two simple strategies that have been proven to help people make fewer mistakes when they attempt to accomplish a task. (Source: Joseph Hallinan author of Why We Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/39OVFrM)
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How to Waste Less Food and Save Money & Why Insects Rule the World -SYSK Choice
Ever wonder why you're always told to wait about 10 seconds before turning your phone, computer, router, or tablet back on after rebooting it? Is there really something magical about 10 seconds, or is it just one of those tech myths everyone repeats? The answer has to do with wha ... Show More
54m 40s
Aug 13
The Hidden Science of Imagination & What AI Still Doesn't Understand
Humans are remarkably bad at predicting how long something will take. Whether it's a home project, a work assignment, or even a quick trip across town, we almost always underestimate the time involved. Psychologists have studied this tendency for decades—and understanding why it ... Show More
49m 11s
Oct 2023
Making Better Decisions, The Sophomore Jinx, & The Illusion of Objectivity with Dr. Richard Nisbett
In this episode we discuss the errors people make in their reasoning and how to correct them, we explain a number of statistical principles to help sharpen your thinking and make you a better decision maker, why every $1 spent on a “scared straight” program creates $400 of cost f ... Show More
50m 34s
Apr 2025
How to Make Decisions Better
<p>Every decision we make shapes our lives, yet many of us struggle to navigate them with confidence. In this episode, Jake and Damian explore the art of decision-making, uncovering the strategies that can help us make better choices, big and small.</p><br><p>Revisiting powerful ... Show More
29m 50s
Aug 2024
How To Improve Your Decision Making
<p>We all face tough choices, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming, but I've got you covered. We'll start by exploring how to find your North Star—your guiding principle that keeps you focused on what truly matters. Then, we'll talk about the importance of trusting your gut, wh ... Show More
18m 48s
Dec 2019
Overcoming Cognitive Biases (PMs Are People, Too!) by fmr Masterclass VP of Product
We, as human beings, are all subjects of different biases whether we're conscious of it or not. They can interfere with our personal and professional life leading to wrong decision making. In this episode we have a special guess Ken Sandy, fmr VP of Product at Masterclass, who wi ... Show More
26m 50s