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38. Sendhil Mullainathan Explains How to Generate an Idea a Minute (Part 2)

Jul 31, 2021
Sendhil Mullainathan, a MacArthur 'Genius Grant' recipient and author, explores the concepts from his book 'Scarcity.' He discusses how financial stress impacts cognitive functions and productivity, urging a redesign of social programs to alleviate cognitive overload. Sendhil also highlights the collaboration between humans and machines, emphasizing that technology complements rather than competes with human intelligence. He shares insights on enhancing creativity through appreciating others' ideas, and how this can lead to innovative thinking.
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