#339 The 7 Cognitive Biases Holding You Back and How to Override Them

#339 The 7 Cognitive Biases Holding You Back and How to Override Them

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. February 14, 2022 Duration: 27:40

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What are your cognitive biases and how are they holding you back? 

Our actions are fueled by our unconscious defaults.

Why you choose one restaurant over another…
The way you interact with your boss…
How you talk about and handle adversity…

All of these happen because you act upon your “cognitive biases.” 

Cognitive biases are your defaults and assumptions that make day-to-day decision-making simpler. But inasmuch as it’s useful, cognitive bias is flawed.

Your biases can hold you back because they don't always result in good decisions. BUT becoming aware of these biases can help you override them— and that’s exactly what we’re going to do in this episode.

Listen in as I reveal 7 cognitive biases and how you can override them to have a better life, achieve more goals, and ultimately, find success through failure. 

Tune in now and don’t forget to leave a rating and review if you find this episode helpful!

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There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
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