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Cognitive Biases

20 Pathways • 186 Skills

Cognitive biases are like little mental shortcuts your brain takes, often leading you to make decisions based on gut feelings rather than facts. They're important to understand because they can trip you up, especially in complex professional environments where clear thinking is key. By getting to know these pesky biases, you can outsmart them, making better choices and avoiding common thinking traps that could throw a wrench in your work or personal life.

Berkson's Paradox

"Biased Connections, Misled Perceptions."

Escalation of Commitment

"Sunk Costs, Rising Stubbornness."

G.I. Joe Fallacy

"Knowing Isn't Half the Battle"

Gambler's Fallacy

"Luck's Not a Ledger"

Hot-Hand Fallacy

"Streaks: Luck or Fallacy?"

Illicit Transference

"Logic's Mischievous Handoff"

Plan Continuation Bias

"Stick to the Flaw?"

Subadditivity Effect

"Parts Overwhelm the Whole"

Time-Saving Bias

"Saving Time, Losing Logic"

Zero-Sum Bias

"Winning Minds, Not Just Arguments."