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Micromotives and Macrobehavior

Book • 2011

Thomas Schelling

In 'Micromotives and Macrobehavior', Thomas C. Schelling examines how small, seemingly insignificant decisions by individuals can result in substantial unintended consequences for larger groups.

The book is notable for its analysis of social phenomena like segregation and tipping points, making it a foundational text in economics and sociology.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by

Tim Harford

in a discussion about scheduling and coordination of rest days.

When Stalin Killed the Weekend - A Happiness Lab/Cautionary Tales Crossover

Mentioned by

Tim Harford

in the context of discussing the optimal scheduling of days off and the challenges of coordinating individual preferences with collective needs.

When Stalin Killed the Weekend (with The Happiness Lab)

Mentioned by

Glenn Loury

in the context of his personal struggles with self-control and his reflections on the challenges of self-management.

Glenn Loury Tells All

Mentioned by

Tim Harford

as a book that explores the connections between individual motivations and group dynamics, relevant to the Battle of Crecy.

The French Knight’s Guide to Corporate Culture

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Will Wilkinson

while discussing his work on segregation.

66 | Will Wilkinson on Partisan Polarization and the Urban/Rural Divide

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Robert Frank

as a book clearly explaining how individual interests don't always align with collective interests.

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