Hiring employees

Dunning–Kruger Effect

Dunning–Kruger Effect

Avoid hiring overconfident but unskilled candidates by assessing competence beyond self-reported ability.
Confirmation Bias

Confirmation Bias

Being aware of confirmation bias can lead to more objective evaluations of job candidates.

Similar Situations

Stanford Prison Experiment by Zimbardo

Stanford Prison Experiment by Zimbardo

Employee training: Teaching new employees about the importance of ethical behavior and the potential dangers of power dynamics.
Morris Massey's Stages of Value Development

Morris Massey's Stages of Value Development

Workplace training: Employers can structure training programs to accommodate employees' varying stages of value development, fostering a more inclusive and effective learning environment.
Halo Effect

Halo Effect

Job Interviews: Understanding the halo effect can help you avoid making hiring decisions based solely on a candidate's attractiveness or charisma.
Moloch Monster

Moloch Monster

Resource Allocation in Organizations: Managing resources and incentives to encourage cooperation among employees.
SCARF Model

SCARF Model

Delegating Tasks: Giving employees autonomy and clarity on expectations prevents frustration.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Workplace culture: Creating an environment that addresses employees' needs, promoting engagement and job satisfaction.
Dunning–Kruger Effect

Dunning–Kruger Effect

Performance Reviews: Employees who think they are great but underperform can take constructive feedback seriously.
Imposter Syndrome

Imposter Syndrome

Job Performance Reviews: Employees can accept positive feedback without feeling like they don’t deserve it.
Peak-End Rule

Peak-End Rule

Performance reviews: Providing constructive feedback and concluding with praise or encouragement to help employees feel motivated and valued.
Outgroup Homogeneity Bias

Outgroup Homogeneity Bias

Customer service: Being aware of outgroup homogeneity bias can help employees provide better service to customers from diverse backgrounds.