Comprehensive taxonomy of mental shortcuts and systematic errors that undermine technical decision-making
The "List of Cognitive Biases" provides engineering leaders with a comprehensive taxonomy of mental shortcuts and systematic errors that can critically undermine decision-making in complex technical environments. By cataloging over 100 distinct cognitive biases across categories like decision-making, probability assessment, and social perception, the article offers a powerful diagnostic tool for recognizing how "thinking errors prevent one from accurately understanding reality." The resource serves as an essential framework for leaders seeking to develop more rigorous, self-aware reasoning processes that can mitigate unconscious prejudices and improve strategic judgment.
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