Listen to Linda Rising on Why Smart Groups Can Make Dumb DecisionsIn this episode, we welcome back Linda Rising, researcher and author known for her work on decision-making, groups, and organizations.We explore why bringing very smart people together doesn’t always lead to smart outcomes – and how science shows that homogeneous teams often make worse decisions, limit innovation, and fall into dangerous group dynamics.Linda shares scientific insights on:- How to build groups for better results- Why diversity is a strength – even when it feels uncomfortable- How our Stone Age brains still shape decision-making today- The risks of “culture fit” and why sameness is a trapAn eye-opening conversation that challenges the way we think about leadership, teamwork, and decision-making.Listen and reflect: how can you create more intelligent groups in your own organization?
