bias
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You Could Be Falling for the Dunning-Kruger Effect and Not Even Know It
We all have what are known as “cognitive biases.” These mental blindspots affect how we perceive the world, ourselves, and the decisions we make. The worst part about a cognitive bias is that it’s often difficult to be aware of your own simply because you’re inside it. How can you perceive a bias when you’re…
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The Science Behind Why First Impressions Matter
Picture yourself standing at the edge of a road, trying to decide if it’s safe to cross. It’s night time and rain is falling, making it difficult to see what’s up ahead. After looking both ways, you step onto the road. But what if this was a poor choice? Perhaps you’ve misjudged the speed of…
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24 Cognitive Biases You Need To Stop Making [Infographic]
7Cognitive bias occurs when we make subjective assumptions about people or situations based on our own perception of reality. This can lead to irrational decisions and judgement calls that affect those around us. They can alter the way you see everything without you even realising it. Identifying the problem is the first step towards rational…
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Why We Continue To Use Crappy Old Apps Like Flickr
I just migrated my photos off of Flickr. Yes, it’s 2017, and I was still using Flickr. Why? Because I’d been using it since 2005, it’s free, and the mobile app is… fine. But now that it seems like Flickr is joining the likes of AOL and Earthlink in the internet graveyard, it’s clearly time…