Cognitive Biases in Decision-Making

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Every decision we make is influenced by the way we see the world. But what happens when that view is distorted by bias?

Cognitive biases are the hidden forces shaping our thoughts, actions, and decisions—often without us realizing it. As leaders, failing to recognize these biases can lead to critical mistakes. That’s why we’ve just added a new segment in the Leadership Pro online course on Cognitive Biases (TRM-6.4) to help you recognize and mitigate these hidden decision-making traps.

So, why does this matter for leaders? Think about this: 80-90% of incidents are caused by human error, and 88% of human error comes from breakdowns in situational awareness. That means how we interpret information is everything.

What You’ll Learn in This New Video Segment:

🔍 Confirmation Bias – Why we seek out and believe information that aligns with our existing views while ignoring contradictory evidence.
👔 Authority Bias – How we place too much trust in authority figures without critically evaluating their expertise.
🤝 Groupthink – The danger of prioritizing harmony over critical thinking, leading to poor decisions.

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This is just one of the many new videos we’re rolling out. Leadership Pro isn’t a static course—it’s a growing, evolving leadership resource designed to keep you sharp, adaptable, and ahead of the game.

If you’re already enrolled, log in now to check out the new TRM 6.4 module today! Not a member yet? Now’s the perfect time to join!

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