Are we really rational decision-makers? 🤔

In this conversation with Shayne Vacher-Moffeit, we explore how emotions, cognitive biases, and group identity shape the way we think, work, and connect with others.

From confirmation bias to the power of belonging, from AI’s role in decision-making to the importance of finding purpose at work, this episode dives deep into what drives human behavior — and how understanding it can help us grow in career and life.

Whether you’re curious about psychology, leadership, workplace culture, or the future of work, this discussion will challenge how you see yourself and the decisions you make every day.

📌 Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:50 Shayne's

Purpose 03:09

Understanding Non-Judgmental Thinking

04:38 From Judgment to Collaboration: A Team Conflict Story

11:03 Practical Applications of Non-Judgmental Thinking

19:16 Exploring Cognitive Biases

26:03 Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

33:34 The Flaws of Being the Main Character

35:05 Understanding Social Identity Theory

35:34 The Dangers of Group Dynamics

36:19 The Impact of Arbitrary Divisions

37:15 The Power of Group Identity

40:42 Harnessing Competition for Growth

44:38 The Role of Common Goals in Collaboration

51:08 A Story on Harnessing Social Identity Theory for Team Success

53:07 Building Community Through Shared Adversity

56:38 How Inner Shifts Changed Shayne’s Life

01:03:06 The Future of Work and AI Challenges

01:06:33 Understanding Organizational Health as an Ecosystem

01:07:39 Complex Adaptive Systems in Business

01:12:52 Top 3-Core Skills for Change Makers

01:15:30 Envisioning a Purpose-Driven Workplace

01:17:09 The Evolution of Purpose in Work

01:22:19 Call to Action for Professionals

*A correction: The Power of Habit is written by Charles Duhigg

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Shayne Vacher-Moffeit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaynevacher/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk-🤝-8352a496/

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