Cass R Sunstein, Dr Reid Hastie
Wiser: Getting Beyond Groupthink to Make Groups Smarter
- ISBN 13:
- 9781422122990
- author:
- Cass R Sunstein, Dr Reid Hastie
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Harvard Business School Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 15.2 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Management, Management Skills
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Wiser: Getting Beyond Groupthink to Make Groups Smarter by Cass R. Sunstein and Reid Hastie is a thought-provoking exploration of why group decisions often go wrong, despite their potential benefits. Group decision-making has been a cornerstone of human history, yet it can be fraught with challenges. The authors shed light on the specific problems groups encounter, including the amplification of individual errors, cascade effects, polarization, and an emphasis on what everyone knows rather than critical information that only a few possess. By examining these pitfalls and offering practical advice, Sunstein and Hastie provide valuable insights for leaders seeking to make their groups smarter.