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Social physics
Book • 2014
In 'Social Physics,' Alex Pentland explores the new science of idea flow, highlighting how social networks can enhance collective intelligence and improve performance.
He emphasizes the importance of social interactions in shaping behavior and suggests ways to redesign policies and institutions to better align with human nature.
The book also discusses how diverse interactions within and outside groups can foster creativity and productivity.
He emphasizes the importance of social interactions in shaping behavior and suggests ways to redesign policies and institutions to better align with human nature.
The book also discusses how diverse interactions within and outside groups can foster creativity and productivity.
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