It’s high time we harness the power of Behavioral Economics.
Category: Biases & Traps
Ambivalence – An Acquired Taste
It clashes with our instincts, but ambivalence in proposals often signal deeper thinking.
The Stubborn Myth of The Devil’s Advocate
Nothing, but NOTHING, replaces genuine dissent.
The Mind of the Buyer: Identifying Divestiture Candidates
“There are more fools among buyers than among sellers.” – French Proverb
Thinking Slow
A salute to Daniel Kahneman.
Nix the TED Talks
Storytelling’s corrosive effects on decision making
Cards On The Table
The first step in conquering biases is identifying them.
The “S” Word
Confronting claims of “strategic” value when the hard numbers weren't enough
A Tip From Warren Buffett
70% to 90% of acquisitions fail to generate value because no one really wants to stop the deal.
What Happens In Vegas…
Just how reliable are our business case risk assessments?
Strategic Bets 