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This book presents a powerful concept in an understandable and approachable way. While some of the examples seemed oversimplified, this book kept me engaged throughout and left me wondering how I utilize psychological nudges to improve the various settings I a part of.
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Only got a few minutes into this one before I put it down. Maybe I'll try again down the road, but I just don't have the patience for this kind of book right now.
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I love a good book on economic theory on choice architecture and I learned about their term “libertarian paternalism.” This book was funny & informative. A definite must read for Econ nerds.
I can't think of a better public policy book than Nudge for the clear exposition of economic research, thoughtful suggestions, and downright humour. This is a book written for a country of diverse and strident opinions. Thaler and Sunstein suggest an incremental approach to public policy: why not nudge people into making better decisions for themselves. Leave them just enough choice to make them feel ownership over pension contributions, choice of medical insurance, even marriage. It's also a prescription for breaking the logjam in US Congress by taking a thoughtful, slightly right of centre approach to government. On my recent vacation to the West Coast I saw the ultimate bumper sticker for a cynical electorate: "Recycle Congress."
Insightful and with clear examples, but too much "defending" of nudging against American republican anti-government thoughts.
Interesting look at how choice can affect behavior and outcomes. As a product manager, very insightful.
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