When you decide to reach for your morning coffee, more than half a million brain cells spring into action across nearly every region of your brain. Scientists have now captured this moment-by-moment neural activity in unprecedented detail. The post Scientists Map Complete Brain Activity During Decision Making For First Time appeared first on Study Finds.| Study Finds
You're standing in the grocery store, spending four minutes staring at cereal options while anxiety builds. Sound familiar? The post The Average American Second-Guesses Nearly Half Of Their Daily Decisions appeared first on Study Finds.| Study Finds
74 times a day. That’s how often the average American checks their email. Every 5 minutes. That’s how often the average Slack user checks their messages. Most of us respond to this compulsive need to check in one of two ways. We either give in completely and live as captives to the ping. Or we […] The post Why you keep refreshing (and still feel empty) appeared first on Ozan Varol.|
First in a series. When people ask my wife, Jill, about her Huntington’s disease, I never expect her reply to reach for a playground metaphor. But she has a way […] The post A patient’s view of genetic testing for Huntington’s disease, part 1 appeared first on Huntington's Disease News.| Huntington's Disease News – The Web's Daily Resource for Huntington's Disea...
To influence others, you need to build relationships. This course will teach you how to develop your leadership influence skills effectively.| Melody Wilding
If you are a woman with children and you are leaving a relationship in which your partner has been abusive to you, our new toolkit… The post Toolkit on the law and parenting arrangements after separation appeared first on Family Court & Beyond.| Family Court & Beyond
I have options for all kinds of work I want to do today: The creative work, which includes a wide variety of writing (articles, blog posts, and yes, more books) and more workshops Paperwork. Yes, I have accounting and all kinds of spreadsheet reconciliation. Client preparation work for when they return from their summer vacations. […] The post A Management Minute: Choose the One Most Important Option and Finish That appeared first on Johanna Rothman.| Johanna Rothman
In this BONUS episode, we explore Captain David Marquet’s latest book “Distancing: How Great Leaders Reframe to Make Better Decisions.” Captain Marquet, renowned for transforming the USS Santa Fe from the worst-performing submarine to the best in the fleet, shares powerful insights on psychological distancing and how stepping outside ourselves can dramatically improve our decision-making … Continue reading BONUS: Captain David Marquet’s Guide to Becoming Your Own Best Coach The post...| Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast
The brain is the most complex and powerful part of the human body. When things are working as they should, we don’t notice at all. However, any number of conditions can disrupt healthy brain function. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) neuroscientists focus on understanding how neural connections in the brain translate into behavior. Their research... The post Mind-blowing neuroscience research appeared first on Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.| Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
#NegativeOutcome After a Defensive Gun Use, don’t have your gun in hand when the POlice arrive. [After the man called 911 saying he had killed someone,] The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office ar…| tacticalprofessor
Originally published at Building technology has always been a messy business. We are constantly regaled with stories of project failures, wasted money and even the disappearance of whole industries…| Mark Greville
"Made to Stick" is a playbook for turning complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives. A must-read for design strategists and product leaders. The post Book Review: “Made to Stick” by Chip Heath & Dan Heath appeared first on { design@tive } information design.| { design@tive } information design
Gerd Gigerenzer has made some important contributions to the study of decision-making. As someone who has been educated in the US system (at least for my PhD) I find it interesting that he largely rejects that approach. He, often correctly, makes the point that a lot of tests of decision-making set those being tested up... The post Intuition Can Be Good Or Bad first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
Imagine you put on a pair of shoes. They don’t fit quite right. But you keep wearing them anyway, for whatever reason. And after a while, your feet begin to hurt. What do you do? Maybe you say to yourself, “Huh, these are the wrong shoes. I thought they were good for me, but I was wrong. … Continue reading The wrong shoes.→| Kim Nicol
Discover no-nonsense strategies for setting up new international hubs, tackling cultural shifts, and ensuring long-term success.| Yusuf Aytas
The Daily Dilemma of Decision-Making Every day, we make thousands of decisions — from simple choices like what to eat for breakfast to life-changing ones… The post The Psychology of Decision-Making: How to Make Better Choices Every Day appeared first on Psychology of Everything.| Psychology of Everything
The halo effect refers to a tendency of people to make global evaluations of people they don’t know based on specific perceived characteristics.| Learning Mind
Intuitive decision making can be a very helpful tool and with a little more attention to some things, you can benefit a lot from its power.| Learning Mind
Are you making excuses all the time? You will be surprised to know that they have a hidden meaning and reveal a lot about you.| Learning Mind
14 key qualities that signal you are a highly sensitive person and how to craft your sensitivity into an advantage.| Melody Wilding
Men should not be swayed by Women’s addiction to their FEAR-based paradigm. Stay on target.| Σ Frame
When a woman is unable to obtain Validation within a preferred FEAR-based paradigm, she seeks total control of her social environment.| Σ Frame
The person who has the stronger Internal Locus of Control will be the dominant person in a relationship.| Σ Frame
When I write knowing someone will read it, something changes. Having readers forces me to think harder about what I’m trying to say. My arguments become sharper and my examples clearer. Yet I notice the temptation to gravitate toward topics I know will get engagement. Should I explore the philosophy of boredom or write about ... Read More The post The Audience Effect: Why We Change When Others Are Watching appeared first on Ness Labs.| Ness Labs
INTERVIEW ON THE PRICE OF BUSINESS SHOW, MEDIA PARTNER OF THIS SITE. Recently Kevin Price,...| The Daily Blaze
But quitting? That’s reserved for the so-called faint-hearted—the ones who couldn’t hack it. “Winners never quit, and quitters never win,” as the bumper-sticker wisdom goes.| Ozan Varol
This is an old post of mine on Facebook from 2013. It was reposted today by my friends Phil Wong and Rob Reed. My thanks to them for resurrecting it. The post follows: The concept of livefire pressure testing one’s shooting skills came up on a forum. This was my contribution. My favorite drill is […]| tacticalprofessor
My latest Shooting Illustrated article is posted. https://www.shootingillustrated.com/content/close-quarters-handgun-training/ The topic is the ‘Close Quarters Handgun’ class I attended last month. It was taught by Chuck Haggard of Agile Training https://agiletactical.com/ and hosted by The Complete Combatant https://www.thecompletecombatant.com/. Fair disclaimers up front: Chuck, Shelley, and Brian are all dear friends of mine and I didn’t pay […]| tacticalprofessor
https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/man-dead-another-critical-condition-after-shooting-atlanta-park/S5TK53I65ZDJVIJYXDVXXSPSE4/ A précis of the incident: Sad that carrying a pistol has become a necessity even at a pleasant fellowship event but I’m glad the Brothers had theirs. It could have been much worse. There are a lot of emboldened wackos wandering around. The report indicated that the intruder had been walking down the sidewalk […]| tacticalprofessor
Rutger Bregman’s book, Moral Ambition tells us to aim higher. Why not have an ambition to improve the world? People have achieved amazing things in the past and there is no reason why we can’t make stunning progress again. Ambition Isn’t Bad In making the world better it helps to have ambition. That ambition needs... The post Ambition To Improve The World first appeared on Marketing Thought.| Marketing Thought
A woman’s desire to feel Validated within a FEAR-based paradigm overwhelms her Hypergamous impulses.| Σ Frame
This week in the world of sports science, grunting, alcohol and injury recovery, influence of away supporters.| Science for Sport
Unlock business growth with effective delegation! Overcome psychological barriers, empower your team, and transition from doer to leader. Learn how to delegate effectively!| Eightception
Understanding how porn affects teens’ mental health, relationships, and identity—and why open, informed conversations matter more than ever.| Psychologs Magazine | Mental Health Magazine | Psychology Magazine | Self-Hel...
Andrew Hill and Steve Gerras return to the studio with host Tom Spahr to further explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in national defense. This episode delves into the critical question of human oversight in lethal force decisions with AI assistance. Join the debate as they dissect the potential consequences of over-reliance on human intuition and the bottlenecks human intervention can create in the process. They emphasize the need for transparency and open dialogue about AI's rol...| A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast
In September 2024, Andrew Hill and Steve Gerras authored a compelling three-part series that explored the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in national defense. They provocatively argued that the conventional wisdom is wrong: human intuition is not indispensable, even though we might all wish it were. Recognizing the significance of this debate, War Room invited the authors to join host Tom Spahr for a deeper dive into their perspective. This episode, the first of a two-part discu...| A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast
Depending on who you talk to, artificial intelligence (AI) will either be the ruination of mankind or its savior. As ever, the truth is likely somewhere between those extremes. It certainly will be important. For this reason, the Chief of the Staff of the Army (CSA) has charged Dr. Alexander Miller to find the necessary technology and tools so the Army can best understand and uses its masses of data. Alex is the CSA's Senior Advisor for Science and Technology, and he found the time to sit dow...| A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast
Whether automating forecasting, optimizing risk assessments, or managing compliance, AI’s role is shifting from passive tool to active participant in corporate governance. Learn here.| Controllers Council
Imagine if a butterfly thought like a human. “First, I’ll land on the tulip at 9:00 AM. By 9:30, my plan is to sip from the lavender. Then I’ll take a strategic detour toward the dandelions before circling back for a networking session with the marigolds.” Or worse—it would obsess: “Should I start with the […] The post A butterfly’s secret to good decisions appeared first on Ozan Varol.|
It used to be that the humility of ‘falling in love’ was validating. Now, it is pride.| Σ Frame
Thoughts on Genuine Interest, intrinsic reward, and the failures of Common Core education.| Σ Frame
When does a Desire Path become a path of necessity? Not just something you choose for convenience. This is a thinly disguised attempt to share the fact that I’ve been walking along a bit of the Camino de Santiago. I’ve been told I’ve become the opposite of one of the characters in the film Fight […]| What's the PONT
Unlock ancient wisdom with Behold and Beware. Learn powerful life lessons to gain clarity, make better choices, and transform your life today.| Life Inspiration
Effective project team management is the backbone of successful project delivery. It involves guiding team members, aligning resources, and resolving challenges to drive optimal performance. While it’s one of the most critical aspects of project management, it’s also one of the most complex, inspiring countless books and diverse approaches. At its core, however, project team... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
Last week I was invited by Business Angels Switzerland to give a talk at their Academy about Technology Due Diligence.| Henrico Dolfing - Independent Board Advisor
Whenever we experience a conflict, it can be difficult to figure out how to move forward. On the one hand, it is never right to mindlessly suppress what you think is “emotion” and go by “reason.” On the other hand, it is never right to mindlessly go by “emotion” and ignore “reason.”| Thinking Directions
By Diana M. Garcia, MS, LMHC It can feel overwhelming when a client starts treatment with a laundry list of presenting concerns (depression, relationship issues, perfectionism, history of trauma, work... READ MORE The post How Do You Set Priorities and Make Triage Decisions When Clients Present with Multiple Problems? appeared first on New Harbinger Publications, Inc.| New Harbinger Publications, Inc
Visualization is a powerful tool for survival. Here are some real life incidents from the Official NRA Journals as food for thought. In Chicago, a 66-year-old man was walking his dog around 6 a.m. on April 8 when he saw two men tapping something on the glass of a vehicle. He later told reporters that […]| tacticalprofessor
For those who feign that it’s not already clear, even AI gets it.| Σ Frame
If it's time for you organize and tidy your crochet hooks and knitting needles, I've got suggestions of how to store and — with the help of a fun flowchart — organize your tool collection.| Edie Eckman
Discover how gut health impacts focus, stress, and leadership. Learn six practical strategies to optimize your gut for peak performance.| Arootah
This issue shares 10 small mental shifts from “The Tao of Charlie Munger” that can help you pause, reframe, and avoid preventable mistakes.| Sam Thomas Davies
(Publicación disponible en español) How a “fold” in 5toFold can lead to a conscious project. In September 2008 I was lucky to become a Trainer of the Genuine Contact Program. And I also had the opportunity to be present at my first conscious decision-making session. I had never been in … Read More The post Sometimes saying NO is very important appeared first on Genuine Contact.| Genuine Contact
(Post available in English) Como con un “pliegue” en 5toFold se llega a un proyecto consciente. En Septiembre de 2008 tuve la suerte de formarme como Trainer del Programa de Genuine Contact. Y también tuve la oportunidad de estar presente en mi primera sesión de toma de decisiones consciente. Nunca … Read More The post A veces, decir NO es muy importante appeared first on Genuine Contact.| Genuine Contact
AI Agents Explained: Discover how reflex, utility-based, and other agent types work to automate tasks and solve real-world challenges.| HatchWorks AI
In high-stakes decision making, sometimes there is no 'right' decision waiting to be discovered. There are only the decisions we make...| Chris Grundemann
Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results by Shane Parrish “If you’re a knowledge worker, you produce decisions. That’s your job.” This book is about how to make better de…| The Key Point
When I present coaching seminars about planning and periodization, one key concept I talk about is opportunity cost. For those that do not know me, coaching is my hobby, not my job. During the day I w| HMMR Media
When you practice trusting your gut, you make it stronger. Use these five tactics to leverage your intuitive sense in your decision-making.| Melody Wilding
Why was Charlie Munger such an incredible thinker? Because he saw the world through the lens of Complex Adaptive Systems.| Richard Hughes-Jones
Each and every day, we are faced with at least one challenge—and that is probably on what many of us might consider a “light” day. Sometimes you call it challenges, other times problems. Whatever you call them, the idea of facing problems can be scary, but it gets significantly easier when you actually realize that challenges are simply choices that you have to make. There... Read More The post Addressing Challenges and Solving Problems: A 4-Step Approach appeared first on Julie Kan...| Julie Kantor Consulting
A raw, honest look at what actually earns respect as a leader beyond titles, performance reviews, or pretending to know everything.| Yusuf Aytas
Boost business impact with successful innovation campaigns. Learn key elements, avoid pitfalls, and explore case studies to ensure a winning strategy.| Accept Mission | Idea & Innovation software
At Lunar Logic anyone can make any decision. When people hear that they imagine all things that might go wrong. In reality, they don't.| Pawel Brodzinski on Leadership in Technology
Inspired by my chat with Dr. Jordan Peterson on his podcast, I came up with my three rules for life. Let's dive in.| Mark Manson
Decision-making in sales can be the difference between success and frustration. This applies to business owners, sales managers and sellers| Lend Me Your Ears
Beyond deliberate practice... reflective practice helps transform experience into meaningful knowledge and growth.| Richard Hughes-Jones
The 20th century saw unprecedented change: nuclear weapons, satellites, the rise and fall of communism, third-wave feminism, the internet, postmodernism, game theory, genetic engineering, the Big Bang theory, quantum mechanics, birth control, and more. Now imagine all of it compressed into just 10 years.| 80,000 Hours
If you are preparing for a career transition or another big event in your life, you may feel stuck. You may feel like you can’t take the first step. Maybe you don’t feel courageous. Maybe you feel hopeless about your current situation. You could just be feeling too drained to make that first move. However, […] Continue Reading... The post How To Make Decisions When You Feel Stuck first appeared on A Flourishing Rose.| A Flourishing Rose
We must look at the AI alignment problem before our own creation forces us to rediscover our own purpose. What happens when our greatest creation outsmarts us—not maliciously, but by giving us exactly what we think we want?" A 2-tired trust issue is emerging that is challenging our needs and desires. This issue runs on two fronts: first, whether we can trust AI to align with human goals, and second, whether we can even trust ourselves to know what we truly want.| Cognition Today
Why 100% utilization slows teams: Learn how optimal utilization (70-85%), queuing theory can help you get more done by doing less.| Show Me The Data
Sports analogies in business? Not so fast! Discover why leadership lessons from athletes often fall short in the world of business| Richard Hughes-Jones
Everything you need to know about executive coaching, including how to find and choose the right one for you.| Richard Hughes-Jones
In the realm of project management, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just knocking on the door; it's already inside, reshaping the landscape with every passing day. As we look into the future, the integration of AI into project management promises a seismic shift in how projects are planned, executed, and ultimately, how project managers perform... [Read More]| ProjectEngineer
The rise of AI has proven to be a watershed moment in history, with countless arguments for and against its use in practically every industry and use case conceivable. With generative AI receiving the majority of the public’s attention, writers and other creatives have been especially vocal about the risks of AI being used to supplant their […] The post In The Age Of AI, Critical Thinking Is More Needed Than Ever first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
Rich countries seem to find it harder and harder to do anything that creates some losers. People who don’t want houses, offices, power stations, trains, subway stations (or whatever) built in their area can usually find some way to block them, even if the benefits to society outweigh the costs 10 or 100 times over.| 80,000 Hours
Read this article to learn more about "the paradox of choice" from the book of the same name by Barry Schwartz.| Sam Thomas Davies
This guide is a deep dive into decision-making. It outlines the 8 steps you should take to make better decisions in your business.| SweetProcess
...I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits (1 Corinthians 16:7). Even the best of desires may not be brought to fruition here on earth. Even our best kingdom visions may never be fulfilled. And even our best plans may never come to pass. Here even the apostle Paul himself admits that| JustinHuffman.org | The Online Home of Pastor Justin Huffman
This blog post is a complete guide for managers on how to master the Art Of Delegation and become highly effective in their roles.| Risely
Find out how to manage decision fatigue with ADHD using practical strategies to boost your mental energy and improve daily decision-making.| Edge Foundation
Patrick Rhone and I explore the balance between urgency and importance in this episode of *PM Talks*. Listen now for key insights.| Mike Vardy
Check out why managers use conceptual decision-making with their teams to unlock growth secrets that guarantee success.| Risely
An analogy explaining the current SMP / MMP playing field.| Σ Frame
Reflections on the importance of good instruction towards making the most out of life.| Σ Frame
A commentary on Matthew E. Cochran’s post.| Σ Frame
We wrote this article to provide context on the core change thesis behind Neurofied and to answer the question of why we wrote our book ‘The Dynamics of Business Behavior: An Evidence-Based Approach to Managing Organizational Change‘. Why is behavioral science (BeSci) such an underutilized but powerful tool in the toolbox of change managers and […] This post Our Core Change Thesis: Why BeSci for OCM? is published on Neurofied.| Neurofied
It makes more sense to plan your next move, when you are less frazzled, and away from the demands of the job. When you are relaxed and can enjoy the emotional and mental space that comes with a sum…| Michael Donaldson The Value Innovator
There are significant changes happening in distributed systems.| Colin Breck
Business litigation is the process of presenting issues with business and corporate entities to the courts. Click here to learn more.| ADR Times
When does decision-making become more complex? Learn how to handle complicated situations and find the most accurate and fitting solution, click here!| ADR Times
Justice and fairness are words that have found their way to the front of our minds this year in the United States. Click here to learn more| ADR Times
When a party decides to arbitrate, it must usually communicate a written notice of arbitration. Click here to learn the process requirements and more!| ADR Times
Because arbitration is often touted as a quicker resolution compared to litigation, you may wonder how long arbitration takes. Find out now!| ADR Times
This is a guest article written by two partners of Neurofied: Francesco Chevallard (digital transformation & change expert) and Haris Mexas (ICF-certified coach). They previously wrote an article together on Emotional Intelligence in Leadership which we highly recommend you to read. In this new article, they explore group decision-making, especially in the context of cooperation […] This post Group Decision-Making: fostering cooperation and teamwork is published on Neurofied.| Neurofied
Explore the ten defining properties of wicked problems as outlined by Rittel & Webber. Discover why these complex issues are so challenging to solve.| Systems Thinking Alliance
In difficult times, GROWTH is hard to achieve, and it is necessary to change not only the way you think but the way you behave – it’s time to try something new. How else will you find out wha…| Michael Donaldson The Value Innovator
Here are two scenarios that make one crucial point... Scenario #1: In a recent livestream, Marcus Lemonis, entrepreneur and star of the CNBC reality show The Profit, met with the owner of Muddy Paws Cheesecake Bakery. While the cheesecake was outstanding, the disciplines around running the business were lacking. Marcus was shocked to find out| M&S Consulting - Cloud, DevSecOps, Integration | Independent Enterprise Cloud...
Written by Daniel Villiger Do I want to have children? This is one of the big life decisions. If I choose to have a child and am successful, I will become a parent and will experience the ups and downs, the advantages and disadvantages of being a parent. On the other hand, if I choose| Practical Ethics
If you're like me, and you're looking for a big transformation, you likely wish it had happened yesterday. Alas, there are 5 steps to go through first, and on this episode of Flip It I share why you need to make a decision first. Watch now.| Business, Writing, Love