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Rory Sutherland

01/23/24

@ Chris Williamson

The opportunity cost of focusing on divisive issues is significant, as it detracts from solving problems that could benefit everyone.

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How Your Brain Gets Tricked By Clever Marketing - Rory Sutherland (4K)

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How Your Brain Gets Tricked By Clever Marketing - Rory Sutherland (4K)

01/23/24

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Rory Sutherland

01/23/24

@ Chris Williamson

Political problems are often best addressed by focusing on small, manageable issues rather than attempting to tackle larger, more contentious debates directly.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/21

@ Y Combinator

People with resources often focus on solving problems that matter to them, which may not align with the issues that are significant to others, such as a black woman and mother in her 40s.

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Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

Maintaining a focus on the most critical problems rather than getting distracted by less important issues can lead to more effective problem-solving and better outcomes for the team.

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Rory Sutherland

01/23/24

@ Chris Williamson

The effectiveness of a message can be diminished when it is delivered in a polarizing manner, as it alienates potential allies.

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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

People often argue about political issues without addressing the underlying problems, leading to a cycle of division and misunderstanding.

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Peter Thiel

04/17/25

@ Joe Lonsdale

It's crucial to pick the right battles when trying to fix societal issues; not every fight is worth engaging in.

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Yuval Noah Harari

10/28/24

@ Rich Roll

Throughout history, people are good at solving problems, but they often focus on the wrong problems, spending 95% of their effort on solutions rather than identifying the right issues to address.

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Rory Sutherland

01/23/24

@ Chris Williamson

People often become entrenched in extreme positions, leading to counterproductive behaviors that hinder creativity and problem-solving.

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Dr. Ethan Kross

11/25/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Chatter can be detrimental because it consumes our attentional resources, making it harder to focus on problem-solving.