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Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Overview of “Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness”

Summary

“Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness,” authored by Richard H. Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein, explores the concept of choice architecture and the idea of libertarian paternalism. The book delves into how small design changes in the environment can significantly influence individuals’ decisions in positive ways. It focuses on the ways in which “nudges” can help improve decisions related to health, wealth, and happiness without restricting freedom of choice. The authors examine a wide range of topics, including savings, healthcare, marriage, and environmental considerations, illustrating how nudging can lead to better outcomes on both individual and societal levels.

Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment

Fri, 07 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment

Summary

“Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment,” written by Daniel Kahneman, Cass R. Sunstein, and Olivier Sibony, explores the pervasive presence of “noise” in human decision-making. The authors define “noise” as the unwanted variability in judgments made by individuals or groups faced with similar problems. Unlike bias, which consistently pulls judgments in one direction, noise represents a random scatter of judgments. The book delves into various domains, such as criminal justice, medicine, and business, illustrating how noise can distort decisions. The authors advocate for “decision hygiene” practices to reduce noise and improve judgment quality.

Nudge: The Final Edition

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000

Nudge: The Final Edition

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Sludge: What Stops Us from Getting Things Done and What to Do about It

Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000

Sludge: What Stops Us from Getting Things Done and What to Do about It

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