Great Reviews and Terrible Tacos - Sharpening Substitute Questions with Counterfactuals

<p>This episode delves into the use of <strong>substitute questions</strong>—simpler queries we use to answer more complex ones—and the crucial concept of <strong>cohesion</strong> between these substitutes and our true objectives. You'll learn how to leverage <strong>counterfactual thinking</strong> to scrutinize your assumptions and enhance the effectiveness of your decisions. Discover two powerful counterfactual techniques: asking "what else could be true?" to reveal alternative explanations, and employing <strong>thought experiments</strong> to, for example, precisely define your desires and career aspirations. The discussion offers practical applications, from refining <strong>hiring processes</strong> by identifying high-cohesion interview criteria to avoiding <strong>confirmation bias</strong> in debugging. By adopting counterfactual thinking, you can significantly improve your analytical skills, make more informed choices, and build robust strategies.</p><ul><li><strong>Uncover...