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Audiobooks by Michael J. Mauboussin
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"Much of what we experience in life results from a combination of skill and luck." - From the Introduction The trick, of course, is figuring out just how many of our successes (and failures) can be attributed to each-and how we can learn to tell the difference ahead of time. In most domains of life, skill and luck seem hopelessly entangled. Different levels of skill and varying degrees of good and bad luck are the realities that shape our lives-yet few of us are adept at accurately distinguishing between the two. Imagine what we could accomplish if we were able to tease out these two threads, examine them, and use the resulting knowledge to make better decisions. In this provocative audiobook, Michael Mauboussin helps to untangle these intricate strands to offer the structure needed to analyze the relative importance of skill and luck. He offers concrete suggestions for making these insights work to your advantage. Once we understand the extent to which skill and luck contribute to our achievements, we can learn to deal with them in making decisions. The Success Equation helps us move toward this goal by:
-Establishing a foundation so we better understand skill and luck, and can pinpoint where each is most relevant
-Helping us develop the analytical tools necessary to understand skill and luck
-Offering concrete suggestions about how to take these findings and put them to work Showcasing Mauboussin's trademark wit, insight, and analytical genius, The Success Equation is a must for anyone seeking to make better decisions-in business and in life.
Michael J. Mauboussin argues that the correct process for deciding well-especially when the stakes are high-conflicts with how our minds naturally work. When faced with complex situations, our brains revert to simplified patterns that obscure better approaches to the problem. Even when we think we're applying logic and reason, we're subconsciously succumbing to social or situational influences. Fortunately, we can override our mind's default systems-that is, we can counter our intuition-by learning to "think twice." In this compelling audio book, Mauboussin outlines a disciplined approach to decision making that will significantly reduce costly mistakes. It involves preparing to encounter common mental traps, recognizing these mistakes in context, and applying the right mental tools to shape better decisions. With practice, you'll begin to catch poor decision making-both yours and others'-as it unfolds in front of you. Through vivid stories from business, sports, science, and everyday life, Mauboussin categorizes common mental mistakes and offers actionable advice for avoiding them, including: The Inside/Outside View: Take the experiences of others into account
Tunnel Vision: Force yourself to consider alternatives that make you uncomfortable
The Whole Is Smarter Than Its Parts: Don't oversimplify complex problems
Situational Power: Be highly aware of the influence others have on you
The Expert Squeeze: Know when to trust so-called experts, and when not to
Backed by powerful research and shrewd analysis, this audio book gives you a mental toolkit for spotting dangerous decision traps-and making smarter choices in your professional and personal life.
