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Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment
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Book Brief
454
Book • Nonfiction
2020s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment, a 2021 nonfiction book by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein, explores the concept of noise—unwanted divergences in decision-making across various industries like law and medicine. The authors identify different types of noise and argue for strategies to reduce it, emphasizing accurate judgment over intuition to better ensure fairness and trust in societal institutions.
Informative
Challenging
Contemplative
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Noise by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein is often praised for its insightful exploration of how variability in human judgments can lead to errors. Readers appreciate its comprehensive analysis and real-world applications. However, some critiques point to its dense and repetitive content, which may challenge casual readers. Overall, it offers valuable perspectives on decision-making processes.
Who Should Read Noise?
Readers who enjoyed Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman or Nudge by Richard H. Thaler will appreciate Noise. This reader is likely interested in cognitive psychology, decision-making, and behavioral economics, seeking to understand how variability in judgments affects our work and lives.
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Olivier Sibony
Olivier Sibony
A French professor of Strategy and former Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company, Sibony focuses on strategy and decision-making processes, emphasizing structures to improve decision-making in organizations.
Cass R. Sunstein
Cass R. Sunstein
An academic specializing in Economics and Law who founded Harvard's Program On Behavioral Economics and Public Policy; recognized for his work on nudge theory and contribution to law and humanities.
Marvin E. Frankel
Marvin E. Frankel
A former United States District Court Judge known for advocating sentencing reform due to his concerns over inconsistent sentencing, which supported the enactment of the Sentencing Reform Act.
Professor Kate Stith and Federal Judge José Cabranes
Professor Kate Stith and Federal Judge José Cabranes
Yale Law professor and her husband, a Circuit Judge, known for their criticism of sentencing guidelines, arguing for judicial discretion over prescribed standards.
Philip Tetlock, Barbara Mellers, and Don Moore
Philip Tetlock, Barbara Mellers, and Don Moore
University of Pennsylvania professors who founded the Good Judgment Project, focusing on improving forecasting accuracy through training in probabilistic reasoning and formation of a team of talented superforecasters.
454
Book • Nonfiction
2020s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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