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Sidetracked : why our decisions get derailed, and how we can stick to the plan / Francesca Gino.
| Author/creator | Gino, Francesca |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Boston, Mass. : Harvard Business Review Press, ©2013. |
| Description | viii, 260 pages ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | 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. |
| Abstract | 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. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2012034918 |
| ISBN | 9781422142691 (alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1422142698 (alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | BF448 .G49 2013 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |