The Thinking Blog

Why 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…

A 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…

What 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…

A 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…

A 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…

A 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…

“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…

The 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,…

Two 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…

Today, 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,…

The 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…

When a “Sure Boss” becomes a silent killer of innovation Ah, malicious compliance. It’s a term that might sound like an oxymoron, but it’s a real phenomenon that can have severe implications for business innovation. But before we…