This ever-growing blog post explores how and why Humans think the way we do.
Come back here every Friday to see new updates
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Retreat to Reflect and Recover – Space to… sleep?
Read more: Retreat to Reflect and Recover – Space to… sleep?A surprising by-product of a womens retreat. For women, taking care of ourselves is often not a priority and we need a nudge to do this. This year, we created the nudge. “Join our week away. Meet new…
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The Power of Pause
Read more: The Power of PauseWhy Reflection Time is Your Secret Weapon for Change and Innovation You’re rolling through a hectic workday, juggling multiple projects, answering emails, and trying to keep up with the latest industry trends. Sound familiar? In our fast-paced business…
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The Cluster Illusion
Read more: The Cluster IllusionA Mirage in the Desert of Data Ever looked at a piece of toast and seen the face of Elvis? Or perhaps you’ve stared at the clouds and seen a rabbit, dragon, a castle, or your Aunt Mildred’s…
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The Paradox of Choice
Read more: The Paradox of ChoiceWhat should we watch on TV Tonight? You all know of the expression and might have even felt the “kid in a candy store” feeling, eyes wide and heart racing, only to be paralyzed by the sheer number…
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The Gambler’s Fallacy
Read more: The Gambler’s FallacyA Risky Bet for Business and Team Performance Today, we’re placing our bets on the Gambler’s Fallacy. Now, we all know that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, but let’s face it, the only thing that usually…
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The Fundamental Attribution Error
Read more: The Fundamental Attribution ErrorA Cognitive Bias We All Share Today, we’re exploring the Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE), a cognitive bias that influences how we perceive others’ actions. The Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE) is a pervasive and universal phenomenon affecting everyone. It’s…
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The Zeigarnik Effect
Read more: The Zeigarnik EffectA Powerful Mental-Health Consideration for Business Teams Today, we’re diving into a fascinating psychological phenomenon that can significantly impact your teams’ success and personal lives: the Zeigarnik Effect. Usually, I would be “joking around” a little here during…
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Self-Serving Bias in Business
Read more: Self-Serving Bias in Business“I did good; you did bad!” Welcome to the fascinating world of the Self-Serving Bias. This cognitive bias is like that friend who takes all the credit when a group project goes well but is the first to…
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Survivorship Bias
Read more: Survivorship BiasThe Underestimated Pitfall in Decision-Making Today, we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of another cognitive bias. Specifically, we will explore the often overlooked but incredibly impactful “Survivorship Bias.” So, grab your favourite cup of coffee, sit back,…
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The Cognitive Dissonance Dance
Read more: The Cognitive Dissonance DanceTwo Different Shoes Stomping Through Business Innovation Imagine you’re at a fancy corporate gala dinner, and the DJ starts playing two songs simultaneously. One’s a classic waltz, and the other’s a funky disco number. But before you get…
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The Halo Effect
Read more: The Halo EffectToday, we will delve into a fascinating topic that’s as intriguing as it is pervasive: the Halo Effect. We’ve all experienced this cognitive bias, whether we’re aware of it or not. Grab a cup of your favourite beverage,…
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Why “Thinking Outside the Box” is Misunderstood
Read more: Why “Thinking Outside the Box” is MisunderstoodThe Role of Constraint and Creativity in Business Innovation “Think outside the box.” It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, and it’s become a bit of a cliché in the business world. It’s often interpreted as a call to…