Description |
260 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
Summary |
A psychologist and business professor takes an in-depth look at decision-making, explaining the pitfalls people can avoid to stay on track with their decisions and reach their goals. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [233]-247) and index. |
Contents |
Introduction : what gets us off track? -- Forces from within -- Better than Mother Theresa : inaccurate views of ourselves -- The unreliable motorcycle racer : infectious emotions -- What the cracked pot couldn't see: an overly narrow focus -- Forces from our relationships -- How to draw an e on your forehead : lack of perspective taking -- The curse of the gray t-shirt : insidious social bonds -- The power of stickers : salient social comparisons -- Forces from the outside -- They're not as dumb as you think they are : irrelevant information -- Traveling to Europe on pudding : subtle changes in framing -- Cheaters in sunglasses : ambiance and opportunity -- Conclusion : sticking to the plan. |
Subject |
Decision making.
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ISBN |
9781422142691 alkaline paper $25.00 |
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1422142698 alkaline paper $25.00 |
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