Every result in your life starts with a decision, yet most of us make choices on autopilot. London Real has interviewed behavioural scientists, productivity experts, investors and business leaders about how people really decide. These conversations cover irrational thinking and bias, clearing mental clutter, reading people, taking risks and making calls under pressure in business. Guests share their own views and methods, not professional advice. Every full interview is free to watch.
From behavioural economist Dan Ariely and evolutionary behavioural scientist Dr Gad Saad to Getting Things Done creator David Allen, entrepreneur and author James Altucher, business magnate Lord Alan Sugar, poker player Tony G and former Navy interrogator Chase Hughes: how to make better decisions.
Dan Ariely, the behavioural economist and author of Predictably Irrational, explains why he believes people make irrational choices in predictable ways, and what that means for motivation and everyday decisions. Dr Gad Saad, an evolutionary behavioural scientist, argues that what he calls infectious ideas are killing common sense. Web psychologist Nathalie Nahai explains how online design plays on our sense of reward, and Nir Eyal describes how to control your attention and choose your life. Former Navy interrogator Chase Hughes teaches how to read behaviour and guard against manipulation.
Several guests argue that good decisions need a clear mind. David Allen, creator of Getting Things Done, shares his methods for managing time and reducing stress, first set out in his 2015 episode. James Clear explains how small habits shape results without constant willpower. Dr John Demartini argues that knowing your purpose makes life choices clearer, a theme he develops in When Your Destination Is Clear. Todd Herman describes using an alter ego to act decisively under pressure. Brian Rose also sets out his 8 step trading checklist.
James Altucher, a former hedge fund manager and entrepreneur, argues for choosing yourself rather than waiting for permission, and explains how he turned vulnerability into freedom. Lord Alan Sugar explains why he brought his staff back to the office during the pandemic. Poker player Tony G talks about Bitcoin and freedom in Dubai. Real estate broker Ryan Serhant shares how he sells, and former Scotland Yard undercover detective Peter Bleksley explains why he is still hunting a killer who has been on the run for 15 years.
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Who has London Real interviewed about decision making? Brian Rose has interviewed Dan Ariely, Dr Gad Saad, David Allen, James Altucher, Lord Alan Sugar, Tony G, Chase Hughes, Nir Eyal, James Clear, Todd Herman and Dr John Demartini, among others.
Why do people make bad decisions? The guests give different answers. Dan Ariely points to predictable irrationality, Gad Saad to ideas that override common sense, and Nir Eyal and Nathalie Nahai to technology designed to grab attention. David Allen argues that an overloaded mind makes poor choices.
How is Decision Making different from Personal Development? Decision Making focuses on how people choose: bias, clear thinking and calls in business. The Personal Development page covers practical skills such as habits, productivity and confidence.
Are the full decision making episodes free to watch? Yes. Every full-length interview on this page can be watched free on londonreal.tv.
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