Computers Quote by Malcolm Gladwell
““our power of thin-slicing and snap judgment are extraordinary.but even the giant computer in our unconscious need a moment to do its work.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Blink, 2005
Our unconscious makes rapid judgments, but even powerful mental processes need time to work.
In simple terms: Fast judgments need a pause to be effective.
Key Takeaway
Pause before acting on gut feelings.
Themes
cognition
intuition
decision making
psychology
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
insightful
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal relationships
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
thin-slicing
unconscious bias
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you trust your gut?
- How can you improve decision quality?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on intuition can lead to errors.
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