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Episode 027: Too Many Choices with Dr. Sheena Iyengar

Episode 027: Too Many Choices with Dr. Sheena Iyengar

FromThe Decision Education Podcast


Episode 027: Too Many Choices with Dr. Sheena Iyengar

FromThe Decision Education Podcast

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Length:
52 minutes
Released:
Sep 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Is more choice always better? Join us in conversation with Dr. Sheena Iyengar, a professor at Columbia Business School and an expert on choice, as we examine the complexities of choice overload, and discover why having less can sometimes lead to more. We'll explore the intricate psychology of decision-making, from understanding the reasons behind why we procrastinate making important choices to uncovering why we struggle to handle more than seven options when making a decision. In this episode, we'll also take a look at a powerful strategy that effectively reduces gender bias in hiring, and how our cultural backgrounds significantly influence our approach to decision-making. Dr. Iyengar also reveals her six-step process for fostering innovation, demonstrating that we don't always have to wait for the perfect option to arise – we can actively shape the options we desire. Finally, we'll discuss the pitfalls of brainstorming and uncover the surprising truth about the usefulness of those 'brilliant' thoughts that come to us in the shower. 
Released:
Sep 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (33)

Welcome to The Decision Education Podcast, where your host, Dr. Joe Sweeney, talks to experts and shares tips on all things related to decision-making. Through these conversations, you will be entertained, gain new insights, and discover practical ways to improve your decision skills.