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Understanding how the mind yearns for consonance and rejects information that questions our beliefs, decisions, or preferences not only teaches us to be open to the possibilities of error but also helps us let go of the need to be right.
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In the final analysis, a nation’s character, and an individual’s integrity, do not depend on being error free. It depends on what we do after making the error.
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…a person who is interrupted takes 50 percent longer to accomplish a task and makes up to 50 percent more errors.
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Humans make mistakes. A well-designed system expects its users to err and is as forgiving as possible.
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Once we understand when and where we may make erroneous decisions, we can try to be more vigilant, force ourselves to think differently about these decisions, or use technology to overcome our inherent shortcomings.
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…whatever it is, the forces for mediocrity will align to stop you, forgiving no errors and never backing down until it’s over.
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…importantly, entrepreneurs do not try to avoid errors or surprises.
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The world isn’t that kind to anyone… You have to give yourself room for error. You have to plan on your plan not going according to plan.
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…people underestimate the need for room for error in almost everything they do that involves money.
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…there is no greater force in finance than room for error, and the higher the stakes, the wider it should be.
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