12-03-2024, 11:09 AM
I think this article sums up our DC and defensive players exactly.
Overestimating personal knowledge and ability
Following the thread from our previous point on confirmation bias, there’s a counter-intuitive twist in the story of repeating mistakes: the overestimation of our own knowledge and ability, often referred to as the Dunning-Kruger effect.
This phenomenon describes a situation where individuals with limited knowledge or competence in a certain area greatly overestimate their own expertise.
Essentially, they don’t know what they don’t know. This cognitive bias can create a false sense of confidence, leading people to make the same mistakes without realizing their lack of understanding or skill.
For instance, someone might repeatedly attempt to fix a complex problem at work using the same flawed approach, each time expecting a different result.
They believe they have the necessary skills and knowledge, despite evidence to the contrary. This misplaced confidence can prevent them from seeking advice, further training, or considering alternative strategies that could lead to a successful outcome.
The irony here is that a little self-doubt can actually be beneficial. It can encourage us to question our assumptions, seek out additional information, and consider that there might be something important we’re overlooking.
Overestimating personal knowledge and ability
Following the thread from our previous point on confirmation bias, there’s a counter-intuitive twist in the story of repeating mistakes: the overestimation of our own knowledge and ability, often referred to as the Dunning-Kruger effect.
This phenomenon describes a situation where individuals with limited knowledge or competence in a certain area greatly overestimate their own expertise.
Essentially, they don’t know what they don’t know. This cognitive bias can create a false sense of confidence, leading people to make the same mistakes without realizing their lack of understanding or skill.
For instance, someone might repeatedly attempt to fix a complex problem at work using the same flawed approach, each time expecting a different result.
They believe they have the necessary skills and knowledge, despite evidence to the contrary. This misplaced confidence can prevent them from seeking advice, further training, or considering alternative strategies that could lead to a successful outcome.
The irony here is that a little self-doubt can actually be beneficial. It can encourage us to question our assumptions, seek out additional information, and consider that there might be something important we’re overlooking.
