Conscious Processes and Intelligence (with Richard Nisbett)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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Rethinking the Power of Interviews
This chapter delves into the law of large numbers and its impact on decision-making, using examples to highlight the risks of relying on insufficient evidence. The discussion critiques traditional job interviews, emphasizing the superiority of documented qualifications like GPAs and recommendations in predicting candidate success. Additionally, while acknowledging the role of interviews in assessing social skills for certain positions, it warns against biases that can lead to flawed hiring judgments.
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