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Groupthink Decision Making Bias

Watch as the group falls into unanimous decision-making madness! Who needs individual thoughts anyway?

About this Rabbit Hole

Ever found yourself questioning why smart people sometimes make bad decisions when working together? Embarking on this rabbit hole journey will delve into the fascinating world of groupthink and its influence on decision-making. Uncover the hidden dangers of always agreeing and learn how high-performing teams can fall victim to the silent killer of groupthink. Prepare to be shocked by the unexpected ways our individuality can be compromised in a group setting. Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer of insight into this captivating topic.

Videos in this Rabbit Hole

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Groupthink and Its Influence on Decision-Making: How Do We Lose Our Individuality in Groups?

Sad Robot
2024-12-01
Groupthink and Its Influence on Decision-Making: How Do We Lose Our Individuality in Groups? by Sad Robot
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Our Commentary

Ever been in a meeting where everyone nods along like bobbleheads? That's groupthink in action, folks. Remember, just because everyone else is doing it, doesn't mean it's right. #StayIndividual

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The Psychology of Groupthink: Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions Together

Professor RJ Starr
2025-04-06
The Psychology of Groupthink: Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions Together by Professor RJ Starr
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Our Commentary

Ever notice how the louder the group, the quieter the critical thinking? It's like the brainpower gets diluted in a sea of misguided confidence. Makes you wonder - are we ever really making decisions as individuals, or just going with the (often misguided) flow?

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Groupthink Uncovered: The Surprising Danger of Always Agreeing

Aslan Patov
2025-01-21
Groupthink Uncovered: The Surprising Danger of Always Agreeing by Aslan Patov
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Our Commentary

So, is this like when you and your friends all say "I don't mind, whatever you guys want" for dinner, and end up at the same mediocre Mexican place every time? Groupthink: ruining friendships and dinner plans since forever.

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The Silent Killer of High-Performing Teams

Blaz Marolt
2025-01-29
The Silent Killer of High-Performing Teams by Blaz Marolt
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Our Commentary

So, basically, Goupthink is like that one friend who always agrees with you even when you're clearly making a terrible decision. Cool. Now I know what to blame for all those failed group projects.

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BRAINWASHED: The Dangers of Groupthink

Melissa Hughes
2025-03-17
BRAINWASHED: The Dangers of Groupthink by Melissa Hughes
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Our Commentary

Watching this video feels like a glimpse into the Twilight Zone of decision-making. It's like a cautionary tale for anyone who has ever blindly followed the herd.

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Groupthink- Applying the Concept in Counselling

Personality, Management, Engineering
2024-12-09
Groupthink- Applying the Concept in Counselling by Personality, Management, Engineering
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Our Commentary

So are we diagnosing group dynamics or planning a therapy session? Either way, I'm intrigued by the idea of applying groupthink to counseling – could make for some interesting therapy sessions!

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Final Thoughts

"**Final Thoughts** As we journeyed through the videos in this rabbit hole, we delved deep into the insidious world of groupthink and its impact on decision-making. Each video peeled back the layers, revealing how even the most intelligent individuals can fall victim to the pressures of conformity within a group setting. From the psychology behind group dynamics to the unraveling of high-performing teams due to the silent killer of groupthink, we witnessed the sobering reality of how our individuality can be swallowed whole by the collective. As we reflect on these insights, let us not only be vigilant against the dangers of groupthink in our own lives but also challenge ourselves to embrace dissenting voices and diverse perspectives, for it is in the friction of difference that true growth and innovation thrive."