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  • Written by: Rolf Dobelli
  • Narrated by: Eric Conger
  • Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (109 ratings)

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The Art of Thinking Clearly

Written by: Rolf Dobelli
Narrated by: Eric Conger
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Publisher's Summary

Have you ever...

  • Invested time in something that, in hindsight, just wasn't worth it?
  • Paid too much in an eBay auction?
  • Continued to do something you knew was bad for you?
  • Sold stocks too late, or too early?
  • Taken credit for success, but blamed failure on external circumstances?
  • Backed the wrong horse?

These are examples of what the author calls cognitive biases, simple errors all of us make in day-to-day thinking. But by knowing what they are and how to identify them, we can avoid them and make better choices: Whether in dealing with personal problems or business negotiations, trying to save money or earn profits, or merely working out what we really want in life - and strategizing the best way to get it.

Already an international bestseller, The Art of Thinking Clearly distills cutting-edge research from behavioral economics, psychology, and neuroscience into a clever, practical guide for anyone who's ever wanted to be wiser and make better decisions. A novelist, thinker, and entrepreneur, Rolf Dobelli deftly shows that in order to lead happier, more prosperous lives, we don't need extra cunning, new ideas, shiny gadgets, or more frantic hyperactivity - all we need is less irrationality.

Simple, clear, and always surprising, this indispensable audiobook will change the way you think and transform your decision making - at work, at home, every day. From why you shouldn't accept a free drink to why you should walk out of a movie you don't like, from why it's so hard to predict the future to why you shouldn't watch the news, The Art of Thinking Clearly helps solve the puzzle of human reasoning.

©2013 Rolf Dobelli (P)2013 HarperCollinsPublishers

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A very unexpected read.

This book wasn't what I expected. I thought it was a set of rules and principles to follow but more like fallacies in human behaviours. It took some effort to go through and some points weren't clearly explained and assumed to be taken face value. At times, it was a bit slow and obvious points but sometimes his point of view provided reason for some madness. I did, however, finish the book with some good takeaways and ideas and added theories to my own observations. Still, it's a book I would keep for reference. #Audible1

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Nothing like what I expected but a pleasant surprise.

There was a lot to think about and reflect on. Great explanations and examples. I will definitely need to read this again.

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Excellent book!! Worth reading for sure.

It’s a book that combines a lot of insights from other great book in one. Totally worth reading and keeping for future consultation.

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great book

tons of nuggets, hard to decifer it all but great book. a little slow with the narrator but looks o good material

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Basic ideas and not in depth

This book had good basic ideas, but did not go in depth for better understanding.

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Small inaccuracies here and there

Have not finished listening. In about an hour of good yet predictable info, the author stated some strange inaccuracies such as elevator door clothing buttons facts and placebo effects. Hard to take him seriously after that.

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Great Book... will listen again!

Enjoyed the book begin to end. Will definitely re listen to this a few times.

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