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“An executive might have a very strong intuition that a given product has promise, without considering the probability that a rival is already ahead in developing the same product.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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“An executive might have a very strong intuition that a given product has promise, without considering the probability that a rival is already ahead in developing the same product.”

Daniel Kahneman

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Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow, 2011

Highlights risk of over‑reliance on intuition without assessing competitive landscape, leading to strategic blind spots.

In simple terms: Intuition can miss rivals.

Key Takeaway

Validate intuition with market analysis.

Themes

decision making innovation competition risk assessment

Mood

analytical practical

Type

business psychology

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • startup strategy
  • investment decisions
  • R&D planning

Key Concepts

cognitive bias strategic planning market research

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can teams balance gut feeling and data?
  • What tools help detect hidden competitors?
A Different Perspective

Intuition remains valuable when combined with data.

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