In a fascinating discussion, Gary Klein, a pioneer in naturalistic decision-making known for his innovative PreMortem technique, delves into the complexities of high-pressure decision processes. He emphasizes the crucial role of intuition over exhaustive analysis, sharing insights from fields like firefighting and policing. Klein also highlights the difference between true expertise and mere experience, advocating for scenario-based training. His unique perspective on cognitive biases and the importance of curiosity offers a refreshing take on enhancing decision-making quality.

This episode is a bit different. It’s a “Decision Clinic” in which Dr. Melina Moleskis and I offer some views on three “decision dilemmas” submitted to us by wonderful listeners. The format is a bit like an “ask me anything” podcast. Enjoy! Show notes: Sign up for our Decision Navigators course: https://tdo04pxyq8y.typeform.com/to/Bgn3Qd5K FOCUS framework Weight and rate tool Hot and cold empathy gap Base rates Premortem Inversion Trip wires Susan David _ _ _ _ _ _   Like what you heard? Subscribe to The Decision-Making Studio Podcast

Dr. Dan Dworkis, an emergency physician and founder of The Emergency Mind Project, brings a wealth of knowledge on decision-making under pressure. He discusses how to improve performance in crises, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability. Listeners learn about the significance of humility and active learning, as well as recovery processes post-trauma. Dworkis also explores strategies for navigating high-pressure scenarios across various fields. Dive into insights on learning from past experiences and the importance of mental preparedness!

Joel Pearson, a professor at the University of New South Wales and director of the Future Minds Lab, dives into the intriguing science of intuition. He unravels intuition as a learned skill rather than a magical instinct and discusses when to rely on or ignore gut feelings. Pearson introduces 'mis-intuition,' illustrating situations when our instincts mislead us. He shares insights on emotional influences in decision-making, the perception of free will, and practical strategies for enhancing intuitive thinking, especially in high-stakes contexts.

This is Part Two of Two of our conversation with Marischa van Zantvoort and Alasdair Philip. You will probably get more out of it by listening to Part One.   Show notes:   Marischa Alasdair Magnifor Consulting William Gibson Gemba walks Neil Gaiman’s commencement speech – “Make Good Art” Sir James Black _ _ _ _ _ Like what you heard? Subscribe to The Decision-Making Studio Podcast https://thedecisionmaking.studio/ get in touch: hello@thedecisionmaking.studio

Our latest episode and this is Part One of Two. My guests are Marischa van Zantvoort and Alasdair Philip. Both Marischa and Alasdair are partners in their own consulting firm called Magnifor Consulting. They call themselves business interventionists who co-create solutions. Both are incredibly interesting thinkers and doers. They are both incredibly open-minded, incredibly experienced, and incredibly insightful. I loved every single second of this, so much so that I decided to turn this into two episodes. Partly that's because of the length, but partly also because there's so much good stuff here that I think it's useful to let part one kind of sink in and then move on to part two, which will be out tomorrow if you're listening to Part One on the day of its release. Part One covers both Marischa and Alasdair's backgrounds, which are fascinating by the way, navigating complexity and uncertainty, leadership traits for the modern era, listening and the importance of weak signals, plus much more. Show notes Marischa Alasdair Magnifor Consulting William Gibson Gemba walks Neil Gaiman’s commencement speech – “Make Good Art” Sir James Black Webinar: How to Practice Good Judgement in a World We Don't Fully Understand _ _ _ _ _ Like what you heard? Subscribe to The Decision-Making Studio Podcast https://thedecisionmaking.studio/ get in touch: hello@thedecisionmaking.studio

Dave Snowden, a leading expert in complexity theory, dives into the intricacies of decision-making in uncertain environments. He explains the Cynefin Framework, emphasizing its role in contextualizing complex challenges. Snowden critiques traditional decision-making approaches and advocates for innovative, hypothesis-driven strategies. He also explores the interplay of technology and human judgment, advocating for a balance between the two. Additionally, he discusses the importance of narrative and diverse perspectives in navigating complexity, offering insights that enhance organizational adaptability.

In this insightful discussion, Jonny Miller, an expert in nervous system mastery and former startup founder, reveals how our nervous system influences decision-making. He argues that integrating emotional awareness can enhance our choices, especially during uncertainty. Jonny explores breathwork and techniques for regulating emotions, the detrimental effects of open workspaces, and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. He also offers a five-week program for mastering these skills, highlighting the connection between physical well-being and cognitive performance.

Today, our focus is on timing. How much of a success or failure is because of timing? To answer that question, I welcome Paul Orlando back to the show. Paul is an expert in the world of startups, having built and operated startup accelerators around the world. He teaches at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He is the author of a fascinating new book, Why Now? How Good Timing Makes Great Products. Paul and this conversation will make you think differently about the role of timing in decision-making. You will understand why you never want to be “ahead of your time”, you want to be at the right time. That is driven home by an example that Paul shares at the outset and something that I didn't know about. The first video phone was launched back in 1964. And the reason why it didn't take off is because of timing. This is a fabulous conversation in which Paul shares the myth of first-mover advantage, serendipity, his timing drivers, problem-finding versus problem-solving, AI and timing, and so much more. Show notes: Paul on LinkedIn Why Now – How Good Timing Makes Great Products Startups Unplugged Paul’s previous episode on the podcast YouTube version of the episode _ _ _ _ _ Like what you heard? Subscribe to The Decision-Making Studio Podcast Sign up for our Decision Navigators Course  

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