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Inverted Thinking As a Strategy To Combat Bias

May 15, 2024
Explore the concept of inverted thinking as a strategy to combat bias in project evaluation and decision-making. Learn how considering negative outcomes and perspectives can lead to more effective problem-solving and decision-making processes.
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  • Premortem technique helps counter positivity bias by envisioning project failure for improvement.
  • Inverted thinking reveals valuable perspectives and counters cognitive biases through the displacement model.

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Utilizing Premortem for Project Evaluation

The concept of premortem involves envisioning a project's failure before it occurs. By imagining a project's potential pitfalls and what could cause its failure, individuals can counteract their natural positivity bias and identify crucial areas for improvement. This technique encourages 'inversion thinking,' where instead of focusing on success, individuals consider potential failures to gain deeper insights. Applying this method to various aspects like productivity, problem-solving, or goal setting can lead to more comprehensive and effective strategies.

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