Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

How and why do blind auditions reduce bias in hiring decisions made by symphony orchestras?

What is the Warren Harding effect, and how can it be overcome?

According to John Gottman, what emotion is the most dangerous to a married couple’s relationship? Why do you think this emotion is so perilous?

Bob Golomb believes car salespeople should avoid a particular tendency when dealing with customers. What is this tendency, and why should it be avoided?

What is “thin slicing” and why is it important to the concepts in the book?

A jury finds that the four police officers who fired on Amadou Diallo are innocent of murder and manslaughter, but many people believe the officers are guilty of racism and treating minorities with lethal disrespect. Who do you believe is right, and why? 

General Robert E. Lee and Marine commander Paul Van Riper each defeat superior forces by turning their opponents’ apparent mental advantages into weaknesses. Explain briefly how each leader does this and why this strategy is effective.

How does Gavin de Becker train bodyguards to stay calm during a firefight? Why does he do this?