There are three entirely consistent characteristics of…
““There are three entirely consistent characteristics of groupthink: closed-mindedness, pressure toward uniformity, and overestimation of the in-group.31””
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Groupthink thrives on closed minds, pressure to conform, and overconfidence in the group.
In simple terms: Groupthink = closed minds, conformity pressure, overconfidence.
Beware and challenge group consensus.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- board meetings
- political committees
- project teams
- online forums
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your group handle dissent?
- What mechanisms protect against overconfidence?
May suppress dissenting voices, leading to poor outcomes.