'It seemed like a good idea at the time' is a thought many of us have had, and all of us want to avoid! This book will help you make better decisions — starting today.

Written by an expert in the field, this volume will help you understand how different cognitive systems introduce systematic errors in the way we think and how to overcome them to improve your decision making. Each concept is presented concisely in less than 600 words, with a minimum of jargon and technicality. For each of the biases discussed a number of strategies you can immediately employ are presented.

About the Author:

Dr Daniel Frings is a Associate Professor in Psychology at a large London university. A highly respected researcher, his scientific work covers a wide range of psychological phenomena including problem solving, group function and health and wellbeing. He also curates PsychologyItBetter.com, a blog which outlines ways the study of psychology helps us understand and improve our lives.

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