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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.

Availability Cascade

"Echoes of Unchecked Truths"

Bandwagon Effect

"Jumping on the Mind Train"

Courtesy Bias

"Politeness Masks Truth"

Groupthink

"Groupthink: Harmony's Hidden Hazard"

Groupshift

"Groupthink's Extroverted Cousin"

Social Desirability Bias

"Fit In, Stand Out"

Truth Bias

"Believing is Seeing."