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Absolute Value, Page 120

The existence of stable preferences sounds pretty obvious, but for the past few decades, researchers in the area of behavioral decision theory have raised serious doubts about the existence of any such stable preferences.


Outliers, Page 120

We tell rags-to-riches stories because we find something captivating in the idea of a lone hero battling overwhelming odds.


Distracted, Page 120

The tempo of travel blurs the landscape, and our vehicles increasingly enfold us in a bubble of remove.


Never Split the Difference, Page 120

…hiding your deadlines dramatically increases the risk of an impasse.


Heart, Smarts, Guts, and Luck, Page 120

Have the humility to show interest in more people – and watch as more Circumstantial Luck comes your way.


Leading the Unleadable, Page 120

Outright impossible goals are depressing; however; goals that are outrageously hard and very worth doing are inspiring.


Zero to One, Page 120

Talented people don’t need to work for you: they have plenty of options.


Hidden Potential, Page 120

Sometimes we need to discover things no guide can provide and write our own directions.


CrazyBusy, Page 120

In this busy age, a new person or idea is lucky to get even a first look.


Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It, Page 120

Give people more freedom and they respond not with less focus but with more.