Published May 13, 2024

Innovation 2.0: The Influence You Have

Explore the underestimated power of influence in personal and professional settings with Vanessa Bohns, as she delves into egocentric bias and its effects, while Shankar Vedantam revisits Milgram's obedience experiments to assess authority's sway over behavior and social dynamics.

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Workplace InfluenceVanessa Bohns explores the concept of egocentric bias, revealing how individuals often underestimate their influence over others. This bias can lead to significant consequences in both professional and personal settings, affecting decision-making and interpersonal dynamics.

Workplace Influence

Obedience StudiesShankar Vedantam and Vanessa Bohns explore Stanley Milgram's obedience experiments, revealing how authority influences behavior. They discuss the ethical implications and the broader impact on social behaviors and moral judgments.

Obedience Studies

Egocentric BiasVanessa Bohns examines the egocentric bias, where individuals often misjudge their influence over others. Her research highlights the implications of this bias, revealing how it affects social interactions and decision-making.

Egocentric Bias

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