Discover how sample size neglect impacts statistical conclusions and learn to avoid this cognitive bias studied by renowned experts like Tversky and Kahneman.

Cognitive distortions, unconscious bias, cognitive bias, implicit bias, logical fallacies: you probably heard most or all of these terms. They can get really confusing if you don’t know the difference ...

Whether you work in a multi-national corporation, a small start-up, or a local non-profit, you need to deal with the future. Sure, you can just tiptoe along and let the future slap you in the face. Or ...

This is the second post in a series on cognitive biases. A cognitive bias is a mental shortcut or heuristic intended to spare us time, effort, or discomfort—often while reinforcing our self-image or ...

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. In this episode, Thomas Betts chats with ...

In my last post, I argued that common sense was vastly over-rated as a tool for making sound judgments and that we need to engage in "reasoned sense" that includes both extensive direct experience and ...

The task of being an effective leader is a difficult one. All the real work of organizations gets done through people, individually or collectively, on their own or in collaboration with technology.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. One of the hardest pills for any entrepreneur to swallow is realizing that we are getting in our way. These 5 cognitive biases are tricky ...

“Facts First” is the tagline of a CNN branding campaign which contends that “once facts are established, opinions can be formed.” The problem is that while it sounds logical, this appealing assertion ...

Delve into the role of safety technology in tackling cognitive and confirmation biases, uncovering often overlooked workplace risks and fostering a proactive approach to ensuring a safer work ...

Election years are a ripe opportunity for behavioral mistakes. There seems to be a lot at stake given the potentially huge change coming around the corner. Uncertainty hangs in the air, taking up all ...