Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova The Conclave, Sinners, and Negotiation Tips
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May 1, 2025 AI Snips
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Hiring Luck vs System
- Maria Konnikova hired her assistant Jacob on a whim after a brief 10-minute interview.
- This gamble paid off but she advises to rely on systems and tools rather than luck for hiring.
Papal Conclave Decision Dynamics
- The papal conclave uses secret ballots, sequesters cardinals, and requires a two-thirds majority to elect the pope.
- The process resembles American political party brokered conventions with complex signaling and coalition-building dynamics.
Voting Pressure Despite Secrecy
- Handwritten secret ballots in an open room can be identifiable, limiting true anonymity.
- Psychological pressure and recognition of handwriting likely influence voting despite supposed secrecy.