Bias Quote by Nate Silver
““Wherever there is human judgment there is the potential for bias. The way to become more objective is to recognize the influence that our assumptions play in our forecasts and to question ourselves about them.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk on forecasting
Human judgment inevitably introduces bias; becoming objective requires recognizing assumptions and questioning them.
In simple terms: Judgment is biased; be objective by questioning assumptions.
Key Takeaway
Identify and challenge your assumptions.
Themes
bias
objectivity
forecasting
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
statement
advice
When to use this quote
- decision making
- risk assessment
- policy planning
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions influence your decisions?
- How can you test those assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Bias can be unconscious and hard to detect.
