Humans show many psychological biases, but one of the most consistent, powerful and widespread is overconfidence. Most people show a bias towards exaggerated personal qualities and capabilities, an ...

Why are so many intelligent, well-meaning individuals uncompromising in their positions and perspectives? Whether in mergers or trading decisions, leaders consistently repeat the same mistakes, often ...

It is well-known that people tend to be overconfident in their abilities. You may overestimate your chances of getting an interview for a job, answering a question correctly, or succeeding at a New ...