This chapter delves into the critical role of knowledge versus ignorance in decision-making, highlighting the impact of information clarity on choices, as seen in early mask-wearing discussions. It also connects these ideas to broader decision-making frameworks in business and personal contexts, introducing concepts like 'free rolls' from gambling.
Annie Duke is an author, speaker, and consultant in the decision-making space, as well as Special Partner focused on Decision Science at First Round Capital Partners. Annie’s is the bestselling author of multiple books, most notably Thinking In Bets and Quit. Annie was previously a championship winning poker player, having amassed over $4 million in tournament winnings, won a World Series of Poker Bracelet, and having won the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions. As if that wasn’t enough, Annie also completed her PhD in Cognitive Psychology at UPenn in 2023.
Annie joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss learnings from her poker career, how to think in bets, and the importance of knowing when to quit.
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