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214: Gabriel Weinberg | How Mental Models Boost Super Thinking

The Jordan Harbinger Show

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Understanding Root Causes and Cognitive Biases

This chapter analyzes the Challenger shuttle disaster to illustrate the application of the 'five whys' technique for uncovering root causes behind failures. It highlights the significance of addressing systemic issues and fostering a blame-free culture in organizations to promote risk awareness and open communication. Furthermore, it explores cognitive biases that distort people's perceptions of risk and collective decision-making, emphasizing the importance of considering long-term impacts on shared resources.

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