You Are Not So Smart 111 - Collective Intelligence
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Sep 25, 2017 Christopher Chabris, a psychologist with expertise in collective intelligence, dives into the science behind effective teamwork. He reveals surprising insights, such as why high IQ or expert knowledge isn't enough to ensure team success. Instead, he emphasizes crucial factors like equal participation and open communication that truly enhance group intelligence. Chabris explores the dynamics within teams and how emotional intelligence plays a vital role. With a unique perspective informed by his research, he shows how understanding collective intelligence can transform collaboration.
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Escape Rooms Reveal Teamwork Style
- Escape rooms expose how teams communicate under pressure.
- They reveal turn-taking, anger, and breakdowns that harm collaboration.
Groups Have Their Own Intelligence
- Christopher Chabris defines collective intelligence as group-level general intelligence.
- It treats the group as an entity with a stable cognitive capacity.
Intelligence Is A Broad, Stable Capacity
- Intelligence reflects a broad, stable cognitive capacity across tasks.
- Christopher Chabris says it predicts performance more than narrow skills.
