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Clear Thinking

The Art and Science of Making Better Decisions
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Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish is a transformative guide designed to revolutionise the way you approach decision-making. At its core, this book taps into the mind of one of the sharpest thinkers of our time, revealing methods to declutter your thoughts and make clearer, more effective... Read More
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Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish is a transformative guide designed to revolutionise the way you approach decision-making. At its core, this book taps into the mind of one of the sharpest thinkers of our time, revealing methods to declutter your thoughts and make clearer, more effective decisions every day. Parrish, a former intelligence officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, delves into his extensive conversations with top entrepreneurs, experts, and psychologists, providing readers with a pragmatic approach to overcoming cognitive biases.

First, Atomic Habits transformed your behaviour. Now, Clear Thinking transforms your mind.

"An indispensable guide" - James Clear, author of Atomic Habits

"A game-changer" - Morgan Housel, author of The Psychology of Money

"A must-read" - Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

"A masterwork" - Ryan Holiday, author of The Daily Stoic

Every day, we face thousands of decisions that shape the course of our lives, from trivial choices to life-altering ones. Yet, most of us struggle with the art of decision-making, often falling prey to mental traps and biases that cloud our judgement. In Clear Thinking, Parrish demystifies the process of making decisions, offering a straightforward, revolutionary approach to clearing your mind and making informed choices. You'll gain the clarity and confidence needed to unlock the life you seek.

Shane Parrish, hailed as "the former spy who helps Wall Street mavens think smarter" by The New York Times, uses his unique background and deep understanding of human psychology to provide readers with tools for unravelling complex problems and finding clear, actionable solutions. Through engaging anecdotes, relatable examples, and practical advice, Parrish guides you toward developing habits of clear thinking that will ripple positively through every aspect of your life.

"Shane Parrish doesn't just teach clear thinking - he lives it. This book is a lucid manual for overcoming cognitive biases and making better decisions." - Adam Grant, author of Originals

"If you want results - good ones - that you can achieve confidently again and again, read this book." - Annie Duke, author of Thinking in Bets

"Incisive. Practical. Full of vivid examples, and enormously fun to read." - Jim Collins, author of Good to Great

Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, or simply someone looking to make more thoughtful decisions, Clear Thinking offers the guidance you need to master the art of clear thought processes, paving the way for smarter choices and a more fulfilling life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804947036

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Cornerstone)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 206g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Shane Parrish is the founder of Farnam Street, the world's most-read blog on clear thinking. Described by Business Insider as 'Wall Street's biggest influencer', Shane's podcast The Knowledge Project has been downloaded 35 million times and his Brain Food newsletter has nearly 500,000 subscribers. Shane's work has been featured in nearly every major global publication, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Financial Times.

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