Decision Dynamics

Send us a textWhat if there was a framework that could help you make better, faster decisions in high-stakes situations? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we explore the OODA Loop, a powerful decision-making process developed by military strategist John Boyd.Standing for Observe, Orient, Decide, and Act, the OODA Loop is used in everything from combat strategy to business and e

Send us a textHave you ever noticed that you remember the beginning and end of a list but struggle to recall the middle? This is the serial position effect, a fascinating psychological phenomenon that influences how we form memories and make decisions.In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into the science behind the primacy and recency effects, exploring how they shape our

Send us a textEver wonder why some arguments just don’t hold up under scrutiny? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into 10 of the most common logical fallacies that people unknowingly use to persuade, deflect, or manipulate.From straw man arguments to appeals to authority, we’ll break down each fallacy, provide real-world examples, and explain how they derail product

Send us a textWhy do we sometimes let one positive (or negative) trait shape our entire perception of someone? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we unpack the halo effect, a cognitive bias that leads us to overgeneralize based on a single characteristic, like someone’s looks, charm, or intelligence.Using engaging examples from business, education, and relationships, we’ll r

Send us a textWhy do we often assume that our view of the world is the only “correct” one? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we examine naive realism, the belief that our perceptions are objective while others’ views are biased or misinformed.Through thought-provoking examples, psychological research, and relatable everyday situations, we’ll uncover how naive realism dr

Send us a textWhy does doing a favor for someone make us like them ? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we explore the Benjamin Franklin Effect, a psychological phenomenon where our actions—rather than their actions—shape our feelings toward others.Through historical anecdotes, psychological studies, and modern-day scenarios, we uncover how this effect works and why it defie

Send us a textWhy do we often feel the need to act, even when doing nothing might be the better choice? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we uncover the roots of action bias, a psychological tendency that drives us to favor action over inaction, often at the expense of rationality or better outcomes.Through intriguing studies, sports analogies, and workplace examples, we’ll e

Send us a textWhy do we naturally gravitate toward people who share our background, beliefs, or identity—even when it leads to unfair decisions? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we delve into in-group bias, the psychological tendency to favor those who are similar to us while overlooking or mistrusting others.Through insightful examples, from workplace dynamics to social mov

Send us a textHave you ever looked up something online, only to forget it moments later? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we delve into the Google Effect—a modern cognitive bias where easy access to information leads us to rely on search engines instead of committing knowledge to memory.We’ll uncover why this phenomenon happens, how it’s reshaping the way we think, and w

Send us a textHow can seemingly credible scientific claims sometimes lack a solid foundation? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we unravel the look elsewhere effect, a phenomenon where researchers find patterns or results that appear significant—simply because they’re looking too broadly or in too many places.Using real-world examples from scientific studies, data analysis,