Decision-Making
The Danger of Trying to Predict the Future Consequences of Every Choice
The Limits of Affective Forecasting Human beings are built to predict the future, but they are built poorly.…
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Decision-Making
Resources for understanding how different personalities choose, plan, and adapt.
Decision-Making
Equipping Yourself with the Tools for Value-Aligned Success in Life
Defining the Architecture of Value-Aligned Success Success without alignment is trajectory without a destinat…
Decision-Making
How to Be Open-Minded Enough to Reach Your Long Term Goals
The Paradox of Open-Mindedness and Strategic Commitment Long-term goals require persistence. Persistence requ…
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Step: Finding the Optimal Amount of Information Before Deciding
Mapping the Information-Gathering Curve Every decision exists on a curve of information utility. On the left,…
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How Much Research and Information is Too Much Before Making a Choice?
Analysis Paralysis: The Cognitive Mechanics Analysis paralysis is not a colloquialism. It is a measurable cog…
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The Goldilocks Rule of Information Gathering for Smart Decision-Making
Defining the Goldilocks Zone The Goldilocks Rule in information gathering states that there is an optimal zon…
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How to Determine the "Optimal" Amount of Research for a Decision
Decision Classification: The Irreversibility Matrix The optimal amount of research is contingent on the type…
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A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Research Your Next Big Life Choice
Step 1: Frame the Decision and Define Success Before you open a search engine, write the decision statement.…
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Preparing for a Major Decision: The Comprehensive Information Gathering Phase
Treating Preparation as a Distinct Phase Major decisions suffer from a lack of phase discipline. People blend…
Decision-Making
How to Efficiently Gather Data Before Making a Tough Choice
Efficiency vs. Thoroughness in Decision Contexts Efficiency is not the enemy of thoroughness. It is the prior…
Decision-Making
How to Conduct Effective and Balanced Research Before Making a Major Decision
Defining Effectiveness in Decision Research Effectiveness in research is not measured by volume. It is measur…
Decision-Making
Broadening Your Horizons and Perspectives Before Making a Life Choice
Making a life choice without deliberately broadening your horizons is one of the most common sources of long-…