THE ENDLESS OPTIONS TRAP
WHY KEEPING ALL DOORS OPEN DRAINS OUR FOCUS
(PSYCHOLOGY & DECISION-MAKING)
WRITTEN BY: OXFORD BUSINESS PUBLISHING
ABOUT THIS BOOK
This book has been crafted by integrating the insights and expertise of numerous renowned international specialists in the field. Rather than relying on a single or average source, it draws from a rich combination of premium, authoritative perspectives, ensuring that readers gain access to the highest quality knowledge available.
CONTENT:
Introduction: The Compulsion To Keep Every Door Ajar
Predictably Irrational: The Foundation Of Our Options Dilemma
The Truth About Relativity: How Context Skews Our Choices
The Fallacy Of Supply And Demand: How Our First Anchors Shape All Subsequent Options
The Cost Of Zero Cost: The Irresistible Lure Of “Free” Options
The Problem Of Procrastination And Self-Control: Delaying The Inevitable Choice
The High Price Of Ownership: Why Letting Go Is So Hard
The Influence Of Arousal: When Emotions Hijack Our Decision-Making
The Effect Of Expectations: Shaping Our Perceived Value Of Opportunities
The Power Of Price: The Unconscious Influence On Perceived Quality
The Cost Of Social Norms: How External Pressures Influence Our Options
The Tragedy Of Spreading Ourselves Too Thin: The Downsides Of Infinite Possibilities
When Indecision Starves The Donkey: The Paralysis Of Similar Choices
Consciously Closing Doors: Strategies For Commitment
Designing For Better Decisions: Creating Environments That Foster Commitment
