Why Uncertainty Matters: Margaret Heffernan
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
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Challenging Conventional Wisdom
This chapter examines the insights of a prominent business leader regarding the dangers of over-reliance on data in decision-making. It uses the case of physician Alice Stewart, who uncovered a vital link between maternal x-ray exposure and childhood cancer, to highlight the importance of disconfirming evidence and diverse perspectives. The discussion emphasizes the need for leaders to foster a culture of open communication and constructive dissent to enhance collective intelligence and innovation within organizations.
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