How I Work Four science-backed ways to make better decisions
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Dec 2, 2018 Learn how decision fatigue can derail your choices, especially during busy times. Discover four science-backed strategies to boost your decision-making skills. Find out how hunger influences impulsivity and why diversity within groups can lead to better outcomes. Mindfulness also plays a crucial role in reducing biases. Implement these techniques in your daily decisions for improved results!
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Make Big Decisions Early
- Avoid making big decisions after lunch because decision fatigue worsens decision quality as the day progresses.
- Schedule your most important decisions early in the morning or before lunch for better results.
Eat Before Deciding
- Eat a snack before making decisions to reduce impulsivity caused by hunger hormone ghrelin.
- Having some food before decision-making improves outcomes for any type of decision.
Include Diversity In Decisions
- Avoid making decisions only with people like yourself to prevent narrow thinking.
- Introduce diverse groups for decision-making to improve quality and reduce errors.