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How To Stop Overthinking and Make Better Decisions | Bidhan (Bobby) Parmar

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Dec 15, 2025
Join Bidhan (Bobby) Parmar, a Darden School of Business professor and author, as he explores the powerful role of doubt in decision-making. He discusses how to mitigate choice fatigue and analysis paralysis, emphasizing the importance of reframing doubt as an opportunity for growth. Bobby shares nine subtle signs of analysis paralysis and offers practical strategies for breaking decisions into manageable parts. Learn how to build confidence, regulate emotions, and approach uncertainty with curiosity, ultimately transforming your decision-making process.
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INSIGHT

Doubt As A Learning Signal

  • Doubt signals opportunity to learn rather than incompetence.
  • Treat doubt like the burn in exercise: a sign you're about to get stronger.
ADVICE

Shrink Big Decisions Into Tests

  • Make large uncertainties bite-sized by isolating one question to test.
  • Use small experiences (weekend visits, calls) to learn before committing.
ADVICE

Run Small Experiments

  • Run small experiments to learn rather than endlessly analyze.
  • Use quick tests and trusted advisors to refine your approach before big moves.
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