The Neuroscience of Cognitive Bias

The podcast explores the necessity of DE&I in today's world, particularly its impact on innovation and team performance. It highlights that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative and smarter, though they may initially feel less comfortable. The discussion also covers how cognitive biases, stemming from the brain's tendency to equate cognitive effort with threat, hinder the formation of diverse teams. Dr. David Rock explains that biases are difficult to address individually due to cognitive constraints, suggesting a team-level approach with a shared language for bias detection is more effective. Dr. Emma Sarro presents research supporting the SEADS model, which categorizes biases to simplify decision-making processes and mitigate negative impacts in the workplace.