Sidetracked : why our decisions get derailed, and how we can stick to the plan
A psychologist and business professor takes an in-depth look at decision-making, explaining the pitfalls people can avoid to stay on track with their decisions and reach their goals
Nonfiction
viii, 260 pages ; 25 cm
9781422142691, 1422142698
807028907
Introduction: what gets us off track?
Forces from within
Better than Mother Theresa: inaccurate views of ourselves
The unreliable motorcycle racer: infectious emotions
What the cracked pot couldn't see: an overly narrow focus
Forces from our relationships
How to draw an e on your forehead: lack of perspective taking
The curse of the blue t-shirt: insidious social bonds
The power of stickers: salient social comparisons
Forces from the outside
They're not as dumb as you think they are: irrelevant information
Traveling to Europe on pudding: subtle changes in framing
Cheaters in sunglasses : ambiance and opportunity
Conclusion: sticking to the plan