JOURNAL ARTICLE

How to Vet Information Before Making a Decision.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Edmans, Alex 3 of 3

Abstract

This article discusses the challenges faced by business leaders in making decisions in today's complex and uncertain environment. It emphasizes the importance of vetting information before making decisions and provides a framework called the "ladder of misinference" to categorize misinformation into four missteps. The missteps include statements that are not factually accurate, facts that are not representative, data that is not conclusive, and evidence that is not universally applicable. The article suggests asking specific questions to evaluate information and emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and skepticism. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/06, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:178172566
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