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The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

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The Iron Law of Mega Projects

The speakers explore the pattern of mega projects going over budget and overtime, sharing personal anecdotes and comparing construction efficiency in different countries. They discuss the statistical significance of the iron law and the importance of understanding base rates in project planning, as well as introducing concepts like optimism bias and power bias.

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