The Decision Education Podcast
Episode 026: Tuning Out the Noise with Dr. Cass Sunstein
Sep 13, 2023
Dr. Cass Sunstein, former White House administrator, joins Annie Duke to discuss noise in decision-making, the impact of group polarization, and how nudges influence our choices without us realizing it. They explore the challenges faced by politicians, the significance of decision hygiene in reducing biases, and the concept of default choices. They also introduce a decision-making tool for the future generation and express gratitude for discussing decision-making and regulation.
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- Using guidelines and checklists can improve decision making by addressing biases and considering multiple factors.
- Clear and easily comprehensible communication can help individuals understand complex information and make more informed decisions.
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Decision Hygiene and the Importance of Guidelines
One aspect of decision hygiene is the use of guidelines, such as checklists, to address biases and variability in judgment. Guidelines can help individuals and organizations make more informed decisions by considering multiple factors and alternatives. Additionally, aggregating independent views from a group can help minimize bias and noise, as long as individuals are not influenced by others' judgments. By collecting individual judgments and considering the component parts of a decision, decision makers can create a more comprehensive and accurate picture. This approach can be particularly useful in governmental entities and organizations, where decision hygiene can lead to more effective and informed decision making.
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