Created a bias sanitization checklist using chatgpt Charlie Munger’s talk on human misjudgment and Robert Cialdini’s book Influence this is what I got.
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Awareness of Decision-Making Process:
- Have I clearly outlined the steps in my decision-making process?
- Am I consciously reflecting on each stage to ensure objectivity?
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Emotional Check:
- Have I assessed my emotional state and its potential impact on decision-making?
- Am I making decisions under stress, fear, or other emotional influences?
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Information Gathering:
- Have I sought information from diverse and reliable sources?
- Am I actively avoiding information that confirms pre-existing beliefs?
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Time Perspective:
- Have I considered both short-term and long-term consequences of the decision?
- Am I avoiding impulsive decisions without sufficient future-oriented thinking?
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Framing and Language:
- Have I examined how the decision is framed and the language used to describe it?
- Could a different framing or language influence my perception of the decision?
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Anchoring:
- Am I being unduly influenced by an initial piece of information or an anchor?
- Have I critically assessed whether the anchor is relevant and justified?
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Cultural and Societal Influences:
- Have I considered how cultural and societal norms might be affecting my decision?
- Am I making decisions that align with personal values rather than succumbing to societal pressure?
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Power Dynamics:
- Have I analyzed the power dynamics involved in the decision-making process?
- Am I aware of any potential biases introduced by hierarchical structures or authority figures?
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Group Dynamics:
- If in a group decision, have I ensured that groupthink and conformity are minimized?
- Have I encouraged diverse perspectives and dissenting opinions?
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Reflection on Past Decisions:
- Have I learned from past decision-making experiences and any associated biases?
- Am I applying lessons from previous mistakes to enhance the current decision-making process?
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Alternative Scenarios:
- Have I considered alternative scenarios and potential outcomes?
- Am I open to adjusting my decision based on changing circumstances or new information?
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Ethical Considerations:
- Have I thoroughly examined the ethical implications of the decision?
- Is the decision aligned with ethical standards and principles?
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Feedback Seeking:
- Have I actively sought feedback from others to challenge my perspectives?
- Am I open to constructive criticism and differing viewpoints?
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Decision Reversibility:
- Have I considered the reversibility of the decision?
- Can the decision be easily adjusted or reversed if necessary?
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Systematic Review:
- Have I systematically reviewed all aspects of the decision-making process?
- Is there a structured framework in place to evaluate the decision comprehensively?
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Lollapalooza Effect:
- Have I examined the decision for a potential convergence of multiple biases leading to an exaggerated impact?
- Is there a combination of psychological tendencies that might be influencing the decision?
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Incentive-Caused Bias:
- Have I considered how personal incentives might be affecting my judgment?
- Am I making decisions based on the best interest of the situation rather than personal gain?
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Contrast Misreaction:
- Have I evaluated the decision in absolute terms rather than comparing it to other unrelated situations?
- Is my judgment influenced by recent events or extreme comparisons?
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Learning from Multiple Disciplines:
- Have I sought insights from various disciplines to broaden my perspective?
- Is my decision-making process informed by a multidisciplinary approach?
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