Choosing a college major
SWOT Analysis
Students can use SWOT to analyze their skills and interests, potential weaknesses in certain subjects, opportunities in the job market, and threats such as automation affecting certain industries.
Similar Situations
Dunbar's Number
College orientation: Dividing students into smaller orientation groups can help facilitate better connections and smoother transitions to college life.
Cynefin Framework
Choosing a workout routine: Assess the complexity of fitness goals and select a suitable exercise program.
Monty Hall Problem
Picking a workout routine: (Topic: Deep probability Understanding) Choosing a fitness program with the highest probability of helping you achieve your goals, considering factors like personal preferences and physical limitations.
Halo Effect
Choosing entertainment: Understanding the halo effect can help you make more informed choices about movies, books, or shows, without being swayed by the popularity of actors or authors.
Decoy Effect
College selection: Knowing the decoy effect can help you make more informed decisions when comparing colleges or universities, focusing on the factors that are most important to you.
Occam's Razor
Car maintenance: A car not starting might be due to a dead battery rather than a major mechanical problem.
Depth-First Search
Shopping for a major purchase: DFS can help you research and evaluate one product category in depth before moving on to the next, ensuring you make well-informed purchasing decisions.
Checker Shadow Illusion
Fashion: Choosing clothing colors and accessories that complement each other and create harmony.
Pain vs Boredom Experiment
Leisure Activities: Choosing pastimes that provide mental stimulation and satisfaction, rather than mindless entertainment.
10-10-10 Rule
Hobbies and Leisure Activities: When choosing how to spend leisure time, consider the immediate enjoyment, the skills or experiences gained in the medium term, and the long-term fulfillment and passion.