The Decision-Making Trap: How to Escape It

Welcome back to The Neurolympics Podcast! Today we’re diving deep into decision-making with Drs. Andries van der Leij. From hiring the right talent to handling high-pressure situations, we break down how the brain navigates complex choices and the biases that can lead us astray.

We also share tips on how to improve your decision-making skills using neuroscience-backed strategies. Whether you’re a HR professional or just navigating life’s daily decisions, this episode will help you cut through the noise and avoid decision fatigue!

Key Themes:

• How the brain processes decisions (simple vs complex)
• Factors influencing decisions in talent management
• Avoiding decision fatigue and choice overload
• Improving decision-making with neuroscience-backed strategies
• Dealing with stress and high-stakes decisions

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