talk-end-of-procrastination/slides/objectivity.md

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Objectivity

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Aligning our assumptions with reality.


Real world

is complex and ever-changing.

Mental model

is our understanding of the world and its rules.

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Mental models have varying levels of objectivity,

i.e. how much they correspond to reality.


Dunning-Kruger effect

is a cognitive bias

in which people with low competence

overestimate their abilities.

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Those who don't know

don't even know

that they don't know.

(not a haiku)


Why focus on objectivity?

  • it helps our personal growth
  • to avoid being overly-confident
  • to make better decisions
  • to avoid harmful decisions (even if well-meant)

How to improve objectivity?

  • study, learn, train, experiment
  • check your facts, use reliable sources
  • question your intuition
  • seek external feedback
  • search for both proof and disproof of facts

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My reality check

  • quick & slow research
    • quick internet checks of current facts and opinions, both for and against
    • slow reading of books
  • exchanging feedback with colleagues

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New hobby:

Monthly interview

  • assess your skills and relevancy
  • learn what others are doing
  • confirm your company is the best