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Clear Intentions with Diane BodenSimplify Your Life Using Subtraction | Leidy Klotz (EP23)Why do we instinctively add more—but rarely consider taking things away? In this episode, Leidy Klotz joins us to explore the hidden power of subtraction and why our brains are wired to overlook it. Drawing from his book Subtract, Leidy explains how this instinct to add can lead to unnecessary complexity, missed opportunities, and burnout. But this conversation goes far beyond minimalism—it's about rethinking how we approach challenges and choices in every area of life. We also dive into practical ways to shift our mindset and discover Leidy’s unexpected path to becoming a behavioral science expert. If you’...2025-04-0730 minClear Intentions with Diane BodenSimplify Your Life Using Subtraction | Leidy Klotz (EP23)Why do we instinctively add more—but rarely consider taking things away? In this episode, Leidy Klotz joins us to explore the hidden power of subtraction and why our brains are wired to overlook it. Drawing from his book Subtract, Leidy explains how this instinct to add can lead to unnecessary complexity, missed opportunities, and burnout. But this conversation goes far beyond minimalism—it's about rethinking how we approach challenges and choices in every area of life. We also dive into practical ways to shift our mindset and discover Leidy’s unexpected path to becoming a behavioral science expert. If you’...2025-04-0730 min
The Science of CreativityLeidy Klotz: Creativity Through SubtractionDr. Leidy Klotz is a professor at the University of Virginia, and the author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. In this episode, we talk about how his research contributes to our understanding of how to approach and solve problems and how to change and innovate. This is an insightful conversation between two psychologists who really love to study how people think and act! Dr. Klotz's research is about so much more than creativity, but his research is linked to a lot of creativity topics, including editing during the process, architectural design, and education. Please take...2025-03-1541 min
Change SignalYour Brain's Dangerous Change Blind Spot: Leidy KlotzWhen everyone else is adding, it pays to subtract.Seems simple enough, but it’s a strategy that’s overlooked and misunderstood, and change projects suffer because of it.Leidy Klotz reveals this blind spot we all share when looking to make improvements: we instinctively think about what to add rather than what to take away.Leidy offers practical approaches to overcome this bias, like incorporating subtraction into performance reviews and using "reverse pilots" to test removing processes. As change leaders, we can make subtraction visible by celebrating what we've eliminated.The...2025-03-1226 min
BookBytesSubtract by Leidy KlotzIn this episode of BookBytes, we explore Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy Klotz. This thought-provoking book reveals how people tend to overlook subtraction as a solution, favoring addition instead—even when removing something would yield better results. Klotz explains the psychological, cultural, and economic forces driving this bias and offers practical strategies for embracing subtraction in life, work, and problem-solving.
Key Takeaways – Insights from the Book:
1. We Naturally Overlook Subtraction: People instinctively add rather than remove when solving problems—whether in design, planning, or personal life. Recognizing this bias is the first...2025-02-0915 min
Rambling Dan Rose Deep Dive Book ReviewsEpisode 10: Subtract by Leidy Klotz - Deep Dive Book ReviewToday, we review Leidy Klotz's Subtract, which explores the human tendency to favor addition over subtraction as a means of problem-solving and improving systems. Klotz uses numerous examples, ranging from Lego constructions and urban planning to societal structures and personal productivity, to illustrate how overlooking subtraction leads to missed opportunities for improvement and even harm. The book argues that a conscious focus on subtraction, combined with understanding its psychological and cultural underpinnings, can unlock significant positive change across various domains. Klotz examines the reasons behind this bias, including cognitive accessibility, cultural influences, and ingrained habits, and proposes strategies for cu...2024-12-0517 min
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These are takeaways from this book.
Firstly, The Bias Toward...2024-12-0105 min
Legal Talk Network - Law News and Legal Topics#514: The Hidden Value of Doing Less, with Leidy KlotzIn today’s world, our first instinct is to add. Do more. Consume more information. But, should we be subtracting instead? Doing less. Simplifying. In today’s episode, Stephanie talks with author Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract, and why taking away should be part of our decision-making toolkit. Links from the episode: Check out CosmoLex! Subtract by Leidy Klotz If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! 2024-07-1839 min
Lawyerist Podcast#514: The Hidden Value of Doing Less, with Leidy KlotzIn today’s world, our first instinct is to add. Do more. Consume more information. But, should we be subtracting instead? Doing less. Simplifying. In today’s episode, Stephanie talks with author Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract, and why taking away should be part of our decision-making toolkit. Links from the episode: Check out CosmoLex! Subtract by Leidy Klotz If today’s podcast resonates with you and you haven’t read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! 2024-07-1839 min
The Greg McKeown Podcast284. The Art of Subtraction with Leidy Klotz (Part 2)Join me as we continue to embrace the concept of 'less but better' with my guest Leidy Klotz, an adept professor and the author of "Subtraction." Together, we tackle the transformative power of subtraction and simplification in leading a more meaningful and efficient lifestyle. Discover the significance of questioning the necessity of additions and the pervasive 'more is better' culture.This conversation illuminates the need for open communication and collaboration to let go of non-essential tasks and embrace a culture that values simplicity. We'll reflect on the iconic partnership of Jony Ive and Steve Jobs and the...2024-03-2630 minThe Greg McKeown Podcast283. The Art of Subtraction with Leidy Klotz (Part 1)Join me and behavioral science pioneer Leidy Klotz as we uncover the untapped potential of subtraction in our everyday lives. Listen in as we share personal anecdotes and research that reveal our innate tendency to add rather than remove, despite the clear benefits of simplicity. We tackle the intricacies of simplification, not just in our personal habits but extending into complex systems like legislation and workplace practices. We discuss the challenges of recognizing and celebrating the often invisible work of subtraction, despite its crucial role in achieving elegance and efficiency.The power of simplicity shines through as...2024-03-2137 min
Partnering Leadership297 [BEST OF] Innovative Thinking & Strategy by Tapping Into the Science of Subtraction with University of Virginia Professor Leidy Klotz | Greater Washington DC DMV ChangemakerIn this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Leidy Klotz, a professor at the University of Virginia appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy Klotz shares some of the reasons why we typically look to add rather than consider subtraction when looking to solve problems and improve systems. Leidy Klotz also discusses how subtraction can benefit leaders of organizations and managers of teams. Finally, Leidy Klotz shares how we can ensure that we don't overlook the power of subtraction in our organizations and...2023-12-1944 min
Balancing BusyThe Science of Less for Faster Success with Leidy Klotz (#81)Send us a textFull Show Notes at 81.balancingbusypodcast.comHave you ever felt the overwhelming urge to add more to your life, be it tasks, commitments, or possessions, thinking it will bring you closer to your ideal existence? I know I have. But what if the secret to a more fulfilling life lies not in addition, but in subtraction? Intrigued? Join me as I delve into a fascinating conversation with Leidy Klotz, the brilliant mind behind the concept of subtraction. Together, we explore the art of revealing and why sometimes, le...2023-12-1253 min
Inspiration Loves Company with Debbie Epstein HenrySubtract with Leidy KlotzIn this Inspiration Loves Company episode, we welcome scientist and author, Leidy Klotz, who studies and writes about design and problem-solving. We delve into Leidy’s acclaimed book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, and how we can learn to resist our tendencies to think bigger is better. Instead, Leidy shares successful subtraction examples so we can see, firsthand, how less is more. Join us as we unpack how to make things better and change our mindsets to effect positive change through subtraction.2023-10-1633 min
The Thinking Mind Podcast: Psychiatry & PsychotherapyE62: The Power of Subtraction (with Prof. Leidy Klotz)When you're faced with difficulties in life, how often do you consider taking something away, rather than adding on something new? Professor Leidy Klotz takes on this counter-intuitive idea in his 2021 book Subtract .Professor Klotz is a Professor at the University of Virginia who studies the science of design, and his work exists at the cross section between design, sustainability and the science of decision making.In addition to his book Leidy’s is extensively published in the scientific literature and his research has appeared in both Nature and Science. Leidy is a frequent guest on...2023-10-1350 min
Choose to be CuriousEp. #204: Curiosity, Analogies & the Power of Less, with Leidy KlotzWhat if the best answer to a curious, generative question like, "What are all the ways we could...?" is "Do less"?
UVA Engineering professor Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less makes the case to consider subtraction as a viable, reliable, and all-too-often overlooked strategy in a world that is biased to always add more.
And in a twist I definitely didn't see coming, Leidy takes analogous thinking to a whole new level of subtraction. "Analogies," he says, "are one of the only ways to remove wrong ideas."
Leidy Klotz: https://www.leidyklotz.com
Theme music by...2023-09-2128 min
The Brainy Business | Understanding the Psychology of Why People Buy | Behavioral EconomicsAchieving More with Less: Subtraction Strategies for Success with Leidy Klotz (refreshed episode)In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, guest Leidy Klotz shares his research on the psychology of subtraction and its importance in decision-making and problem-solving. Klotz discusses how our natural instinct is to add rather than subtract when trying to improve a situation, and he provides insights into why this is the case. He explains that humans have a desire to display competence, and adding to a situation is a visible way to demonstrate that we can deal with the world effectively. However, Klotz argues that we can also display competence through subtracting, but it may require more...2023-09-1246 min
Keep TalkingEpisode 86: Leidy Klotz - Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessLeidy Klotz is a professor at the University of Virginia and is the author of "Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less." During our conversation, Leidy talks about why humans are so wired to add to, rather than subtract from, their life, how addition is a signal of competence that we are hard-wired to display, and the downsides of this natural tendency.Leidy also talks about the many ways in which subtracting can be beneficial: from quitting smoking and high-sugar diets, to removing modern addictions like excessive social media use, to getting rid of work meetings to create...2023-09-0157 min
Life's Dirty Little Secrets PodcastSecret #10: Subtract with Leidy KlotzIn this episode, we dive into the theme of subtraction with special guest, Leidy Klotz. Leidy discusses the difficulty of changing beliefs when confronted with conflicting evidence, sharing intriguing insights from a psychology study involving a doomsday cult. The conversation also explores the power of analogies in reshaping our mental models and understanding.Tune in to this thought-provoking episode as we reveal the power of subtraction in changing beliefs, decluttering our lives, and seeking simplicity amidst the chaos.Highlights: Difficulty of changing beliefs when faced with conflicting evidence Importance of analogies in changing beliefs...2023-08-1739 min
Real Relationships Real Revenue - Audio Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerAchieve More by Doing Less, with All-Star Researcher Leidy KlotzIn this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I sat down with Leidy Klotz to talk about the mindset of subtracting versus adding. Often when we want to make something better, we want to add to it, but sometimes the answer is actually to take something away. Lady is here to explain this concept to us and show us how we can apply that to our work in our organizations for increased success. Topics We Cover in This Episode: Why we automatically think to add instead of subtract Strategies to decide when to add and...2023-07-1155 min
Real Relationships Real Revenue - Video Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerAchieve More by Doing Less, with All-Star Researcher Leidy KlotzIn this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I sat down with Leidy Klotz to talk about the mindset of subtracting versus adding. Often when we want to make something better, we want to add to it, but sometimes the answer is actually to take something away. Lady is here to explain this concept to us and show us how we can apply that to our work in our organizations for increased success. Topics We Cover in This Episode: Why we automatically think to add instead of subtract Strategies to decide when to add and...2023-07-1155 minReal Relationships Real Revenue - Video Edition | Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your CareerAchieve More by Doing Less, with All-Star Researcher Leidy KlotzIn this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I sat down with Leidy Klotz to talk about the mindset of subtracting versus adding. Often when we want to make something better, we want to add to it, but sometimes the answer is actually to take something away. Lady is here to explain this concept to us and show us how we can apply that to our work in our organizations for increased success. Topics We Cover in This Episode: Why we automatically think to add instead of subtract Strategies to decide when to add and...2023-07-1155 min
10X Growth StrategiesE58 Subtract (author Leidy Klotz) with Kay SarathyIn this episode our host Preethy Padmanabhan has a thought-provoking conversation with Kay Sarathy, SVP Insurance Applications, Berkley Technology Services about the book Subtract:The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy Klotz. Kay Sarathy shares her experiences deploying some of the techniques from the book in the digital transformation journey she is leading.
In the book Subtract, the author draws our attention to the hard truth that biological, cultural, and economic forces around us encourage us to do more, not less. Our failure to subtract is a root cause for our cluttered calendars, closets, and inboxes. Klotz’s p...2023-06-2121 min
The Double WinSubtract for Success: The Art of Doing More with Less | Leidy KlotzWe live in a society of "more is better". The argument goes that a big business is obviously better than a small one. But, is that actually true? What if you could actually achieve more with less? On this episode, Joel Miller speaks with Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy shares the subtle yet powerful biological and psychological reasons behind our 'addition bias' and how we can recalibrate our mindsets to view subtraction as an equally valid – and often better – choice. The conversation culminates in Leidy's description of the 'meeting doomsday' tact...2023-06-0125 min
Mentally FlexibleLeidy Klotz | The Untapped Science of LessMy guest today is Leidy Klotz. Leidy is a Professor at the University of Virginia, with appointments in Engineering, Architecture, and Business. He studies the science of design: how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. He has secured over $10 million in competitive funding to support this new area of research. To share research insights with those who can use them, he has written more than 80 articles and two books. His most recent book is called Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.Some of the topics we explore include:...2023-05-2855 min
Before The BestsellerBTB62: Leidy Klotz on getting an agent & selling 50,000 copies without a marketing backgroundIn the previous episode, Leidy Klotz shared with us the concept of his book--Subtract. For this episode, we're focusing on the successful marketing tactics behind the book's launch and promotion.To give you an idea, Leidy's background focuses on teaching and research. He did not have any following on social media except for his family, friends, and acquaintances. Most of our listeners also come from that background, so in this interview, we're pulling back the curtains on how to successfully market your book from the ground up and where to get the help needed to springboard to y...2023-04-1831 min
2 Pages with MBS147. The Power of Subtraction: Leidy Klotz, author of ‘Subtract’, [reads] ‘Soccer in Sun and Shadow’Recommend this show by sharing the link: pod.link/2PagesWay, way back, when it was raining too hard to go out and kick a ball around, my brother, Nigel, and I had a game we occasionally played - pick-up sticks. If you don’t know this game, imagine about 30 different-coloured bamboo skewers in a pile. You had to remove them, one by one, without shifting the delicately-balanced structure. This is the first memory I have of a game where the goal was to remove things. This wasn’t Lego or Monopoly where you stri...2023-04-1838 minBefore The BestsellerBTB61: Subtract | Leidy KlotzFor this episode, we interviewed the author of "Subtract", Leidy Klotz. His book is one that Adam Grant recommends reading.The whole premise of the book talks about how to solve a problem whether it's related to design to corporate business problems. Our initial approach is to add more things and create something new to reinvent the wheel. However, Leidy argues and builds the case in the book that it is actually by subtracting and removing something that allows us to solve the matter better.He goes on to talk about how and why we...2023-04-1126 min
The Art of CharmThe Simple Art Of Subtracting To Get More Fulfillment Out Of Life | Leidy KlotzIn today’s episode, we cover the science of subtraction with Leidy Klotz. Leidy studies the science of design, his research has appeared in both Nature and Science, and his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, was ranked as one of the most influential titles in the fields of design and behavioral science.As humans, we gravitate toward acquiring things and activities to add value to our lives, but many times we can add value to our lives by removing things from it—why is our biology working against us, how can you dete...2023-02-201h 06
RemakeLeidy Klotz: When Less is MoreTODAY'S GUEST Dr. Leidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor at the University of Virginia, where he is appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. He co-founded and co-directs the university's Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative, which engages and supports applied, interdisciplinary research. Leidy studies how we transform things from the way they are to the way we want them to be. His research on the science of design has appeared in both Nature and Science, and he has written for The Washington Post, Fast Company, Lit Hub, and the Behavioral Scientist. Leidy has authored more tha...2023-02-161h 07
Millennial MinimalistsSubtract: The Science of Less with Leidy KlotzThis podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/minimalists to get 10% off your first month. Instead of piling on ‘to-dos’ and accumulating more, this episode will inspire you to consider ‘stop-doings' and choosing less! Kelly speaks with American scientist, engineering professor, and international best-selling author, Leidy Klotz, to discuss how subtraction can help us let go of unhealthy habits and make room for more of what matters. You will learn that we often overlook subtraction and default to more in an attempt to feel better, and in Leidy's latest international seller, Subtract...2023-02-1353 min
SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay#144 Why Donuts Have Holes & When Less Is More | Leidy Klotz, Ph.D.Quick question—when you do math, what’s easier for you: addition or subtraction?
For most of us, I’m guessing the answer is addition.
While you may think it’s because we learn addition before subtraction, another part of the answer is less apparent. For our survival, we have evolved to seek more and we have an aversion to the idea of less.
Yet, all of us know that less truly can be more. When is that true? When is that not true? How can we override our tendencies to acquire when it’s not good for us? And, related to...2023-01-2436 min
The Neha Anwar PodcastEpisode 30: Leidy Klotz, an American scientist and author who studies and writes about design and problem-solvingLeidy Klotz is an American scientist and author who studies and writes about design and problem-solving. He is a professor of engineering and architecture at the University of Virginia. Klotz has published in scientific journals including Nature and Science and in other publications such as The Washington Post, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and The Globe and Mail. He is also the author of two popular books: Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less (2021), which discusses design and problem-solving, and Sustainability through Soccer (2016), a work about systems thinking.2023-01-2053 min
Watching AmericaSubtract: The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy KlotzEngineering professor Leidy Klotz says human beings are wired to add, not subtract. In fact, he says we're twice as disappointed to lose something as we are happy to gain something of the same value. The human aversion to subtraction can result in inferior design, unmanageable amounts of regulations, and a chaotic personal life. In this conversation with Dr. Alan Campbell, Klotz discusses his research and offers tips on how to wield the power of subtraction for the benefit of yourself and your community. https://www.leidyklotz.com/2023-01-1352 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Why Doing LESS May Be the Key to Effectiveness: Dr. Leidy KlotzHow’s that “to-do” list looking? What if I were to tell you the single biggest change you could make to the list in terms of your future success would be to subtract? That’s right – while our minds naturally think adding a new exercise or routine is the solution, one of the best ways to make things better actually comes down to one word: subtract.Welcome to the Health, Wellness & Performance Catalyst. Today’s guest is Dr. Leidy Klotz, who studies the science of design, and the way in which our own daily choices can be positively i...2022-12-0550 min
Maximum LawyerThe Ugly Truth of Thinking About Adding Before Subtracting with Leidy KlotzDid you know that it is human nature to think of adding things into our lives before we think about subtracting? Like when life gets stressful … we add. Or when work gets too busy - we add. Today we are excited to talk to our guest Leidy Klotz, author of the book “Subtract”. We talk about our instinct to add, and answer the question of “What if we thought about subtracting?” We talk about a huge physical example of subtracting (San Francisco freeway) and a subtraction checklist that we can use to c...2022-11-2233 minMaximum LawyerThe Ugly Truth of Thinking About Adding Before Subtracting with Leidy KlotzDid you know that it is human nature to think of adding things into our lives before we think about subtracting? Like when life gets stressful … we add. Or when work gets too busy - we add. Today we are excited to talk to our guest Leidy Klotz, author of the book “Subtract”. We talk about our instinct to add, and answer the question of “What if we thought about subtracting?” We talk about a huge physical example of subtracting (San Francisco freeway) and a subtraction checklist that we can use to c...2022-11-2233 minBalancing BusyThe Untapped Science of Less with Leidy Klotz (#17)Send us a textLeidy Klotz is the author of a book I have been obsessed with, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. One of my motto's is "less but better" so you know that the second I heard about this book I was going to dive straight in. Today I get to talk to the Leidy about the power of subtraction and how we can use this tool to help us do less, focus on the positive outcomes, and optimize our lives. This will help:👉 Anyone who wants/needs to do less, but...2022-11-0150 min
Emotional Balance Sheet with Paul FennerLeidy Klotz – Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessWhy do we look to make additions when trying to solve a problem or work through one of our many life transitions? What if we reversed the equation and considered what we could subtract to improve our lives? University of Virginia engineering professor Leidy Klotz has given this idea much thought. So much so that he wrote the book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. I believe the ability to subtract helps us in our journey to define what "enough" is within our lives. A topic that has been central to many conversations as people continue to enco...2022-10-1336 min
TeachLab with Justin ReichSubtraction in Action: Leidy KlotzHost Justin Reich and Jal Mehta from the Harvard Graduate School of Education continue our Subtraction in Action series with Leidy Klotz, Professor of Engineering at the University of Virginia, and the author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Together they discuss Leidy’s book, his research and inspirations, as well as how these ideas can better serve education. Resources and LinksLearn more about the untapped potential of subtraction in Leidy Klotz’s book Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessCheck out Jal Mehta’s Book In Search of Deeper...2022-09-3049 min
Science History PodcastEpisode 58. Subtraction: Leidy KlotzThe ways people think about matters both big and small, from climate change to daily tasks, impact the outcomes. Throughout the history of science and society, key insights arose through a thought process of simplification and subtraction, though the human tendency leans towards complication and addition. Today I discuss the power of subtraction with Leidy Klotz. Leidy is a professor at the University of Virginia, where he studies the science of design. He is the author of Subtract, published in 2021 by Flatiron Books.2022-09-111h 09
Science History PodcastEpisode 58. Subtraction: Leidy KlotzThe ways people think about matters both big and small, from climate change to daily tasks, impact the outcomes. Throughout the history of science and society, key insights arose through a thought process of simplification and subtraction, though the human tendency leans towards complication and addition. Today I discuss the power of subtraction with Leidy Klotz. Leidy is a professor at the University of Virginia, where he studies the science of design. He is the author of Subtract, published in 2021 by Flatiron Books.2022-09-111h 09
I Wish They Knew(Ep. 97) Leidy Klotz: Subtract your way to moreIN EPISODE 97:
Is the key to having more...less? In this episode, Leidy Klotz explores the science and strategies of of subtraction -- the conscious act of doing away with tasks, items and even ideas that prevent us from experiencing fuller lives. You'll understand why people treat less as a loss, how to create the right conditions for subtraction and what we can do to keep away from subtraction's dark side.
ABOUT LEIDY KLOTZ:
Leidy Klotz is a Professor at the University of Virginia, where he directs the university’s Convergent Behavioral Science Ini...2022-09-0710 min
The Gartner Talent AngleSPOTLIGHT: Discover the Power of Subtraction With Leidy KlotzHumans are hardwired to add rather than subtract. Across various contexts ー whether biological, cultural or economic ー we often default towards more. Professor Leidy Klotz, author of “Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, ” argues we pay a price for the belief that more is better. In this Gartner Talent Angle interview, Klotz makes the case for the untapped potential of less, exploring subtraction as an overlooked strategy to achieve business results. *This episode is an excerpt taken from our 2021 interview.2022-08-0921 min
Partnering Leadership171 Innovative Thinking & Strategy by Tapping Into the Science of Subtraction with University of Virginia Professor Leidy Klotz| Greater Washington DC DMV ChangemakerIn this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Leidy Klotz, a professor at the University of Virginia appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy Klotz shares some of the reasons why we typically look to add rather than consider subtraction when looking to solve problems and improve systems. Leidy Klotz also discusses how subtraction can benefit leaders of organizations and managers of teams. Finally, Leidy Klotz shares how we can ensure that we don't overlook the power of subtraction in our organizations and...2022-06-2846 min
Free Forum with Terrence McNallyWhy are we addicted to more? LEIDY KLOTZ, SUBTRACT: The Untapped Science of LessOur homes are full of stuff. Our minds are full of information. Our economies are built on never-ending growth while our planet chokes on pollution. In his book, SUBTRACT: The Untapped Science of Less, LEIDY KLOTZ reminds us that across challenges big and small, we neglect a basic way to make things better: we don’t subtract. What is it in our biology, our psychology, or our culture that leads us to often ignore even the possibility? Could the cultivation of subtraction reveal the path to both a better quality of life and an effective response to the climate cr...2022-05-2656 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlancThe Art of Subtraction feat. Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz describes himself as an “academic trespasser.” Investigating underexplored intersections between engineering and behavioral science, Leidy is in pursuit of more sustainable systems. A professor at the University of Virginia, Leidy has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles in venues that include top academic journals in built environment engineering, engineering education, and design, as well as both Science and Nature. His most recent book is “Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.”Nationally recognized as one of 40-under-40 professors who inspire, Klotz has received multiple institution-level teaching awards for his classes and close work with undergraduates.Leidy j...2022-05-2549 min
Unleash Your Inner Creative with Lauren LoGrasso (A Creativity Podcast)Do LESS: The Benefit & Science of Subtraction + Creative Problem Solving w/ Dr. Leidy KlotzOn The Guest: From professional soccer player to scientist, Leidy Klotz is a multi-passionate creative, engineer, professor, and author. His research has appeared in major publications including Nature and Science, and he has written for popular outlets including The Washington Post, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and The Behavioral Scientist. Perhaps most notably, he’s written a fascinating book called Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less that touches on an essential tool for the creative process.
From this conversation you’ll learn:
The tool of subtraction in problem solving
Why our first inst...2022-03-301h 04
Unleashed - Elevate Your Leadership ImpactE44: Leidy Klotz - Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessWe live in an additive time, a time of more - more to-dos, choices, information, change, and options which can quickly overwhelm us. Leidy Klotz believes what we really need to do is subtract. Subtraction helps us to right size our companies, strategies, and lives so we can better surf the waves and achieve better focus and results.
Three reasons to tune in:
Learn how designers, rock stars, Nobel-prize winners and everyday heroes are using subtraction to dismantle racism, advance knowledge, heal the planet, and even tell better jokes.
Understand how to revamp your day-to-day life...2022-03-1956 min
RemakeLeidy Klotz: When Less is MoreTODAY'S GUEST Dr. Leidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor at the University of Virginia, where he is appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. He co-founded and co-directs the university's Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative, which engages and supports applied, interdisciplinary research. Leidy studies how we transform things from the way they are to the way we want them to be. His research on the science of design has appeared in both Nature and Science, and he has written for The Washington Post, Fast Company, Lit Hub, and the Behavioral Scientist. Leidy has authored more tha...2022-02-171h 07
The Human Centered Design Podcast (Premium)The Science of Less with Leidy KlotzI’m your host KA McKercher, author of Beyond Sticky Notes: Doing Co-design for Real. Today I’m joined by Leidy Klotz, an engineer, behavioural scientist and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. We talk about subtraction as a critical capability for designers and design leaders, why we overlook subtractive change and about the importance of working in the open. Shownotes:
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Why Do We Do That?#020 - The Value of Subtraction with Dr. Leidy KlotzIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Ryan Moyer speaks with Dr. Leidy Klotz about why subtraction is often overlooked, how evolution & culture has impacted our ability to appreciate subtraction, how inventors & emergency rooms applied subtraction to solve problems, why "just enough" is often better than "the best", and how to improve your life with less instead of more.
For more on Leidy, visit his website or check out his latest book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.
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Motherhood UnstressedAuthor Leidy Klotz ON: The Untapped Science of LessSponsored by Sambucol - use code Mother15 to save 15% Motherhood Unstressed CBD - use code Podcast to save This week University of Virginia Professor, Leidy Klotz discusses his new book, "Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less" which explores the concept of subtraction as an effective yet often overlooked problem-solving strategy. A former professional soccer player, Leidy now studies how to transform things from how they are to how we want them to be, and has written for a number of prominent publications including The Washington Post, The Globe and Mail, and The Behavioral Sc...2022-02-1434 min
Perennial WisdomLeidy Klotz | Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessIn this episode, my guest is Leidy Klotz the author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy has a Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering and studies how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. In the conversation, Leidy and I discuss: The science of lessThe research on our tendency to add over subtractingHow this tendency influences organizations and policy decisionsHabits and goalsWisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Leidy Klotz: leidyklotz.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom:Twitter: twitter.com/sear...2022-01-2645 min
New Books in Business, Management, and MarketingLeidy Klotz, "Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less" (Flatiron Books, 2021)At the beginning of Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, the Once-ler says, “I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got.” Biggering, it turns out, is the default setting for most of us. For years, Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less (Flatiron Books, 2021), has studied how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. Both his research and the Once-ler’s tale relay similar sentiments: we gravitate towards adding and systematically neglect subtracting. This remains true even when subtracting might add c...2021-12-2145 min
New Books in PsychologyLeidy Klotz, "Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less" (Flatiron Books, 2021)At the beginning of Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, the Once-ler says, “I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got.” Biggering, it turns out, is the default setting for most of us. For years, Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less (Flatiron Books, 2021), has studied how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. Both his research and the Once-ler’s tale relay similar sentiments: we gravitate towards adding and systematically neglect subtracting. This remains true even when subtracting might add c...2021-12-2146 min
The JOMOcast with Christina Crook39: The Power of Subtraction in a Culture of More, with Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz joins me today to talk about the power of subtraction in a culture of more. In his new book SUBTRACT: The Untapped Science of Less, Klotz shows how we systematically overlook the simple act of removing things when trying to improve elements of life, work, and the world. Listen in.Get your FREE JOMO Guide and more at jomocast.com.Learn more about Subtract by Leidy Klotz at leidyklotz.com.Music by Thomas J. Indge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2021-12-0133 min
The Unmistakable Creative PodcastLeidy Klotz | The Untapped Science of LessTo-do lists abound, our streets get wider, ideas flow and more is never enough. Our world is getting smaller with every new thing we add to it but do we ever stop to subtract? What can we take away from ourselves? What are we missing in our constant pursuit of more and why is it so difficult for us to stop? How do we achieve... less? Find out in this fascinating episode with Leidy Klotz.
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Success for the Athletic-Minded Man#325 How to Leverage the Untapped Science of Less with Leidy KlotzAction Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY What if, through a simple shift in thinking, you could shrink your to-do list, shorten your work hours, and be happier? University of Virginia professor and author of SUBTRACT: The Untapped Science of Less, Leidy Klotz, reveals how in this episode of the Success Through Failure podcast. He talks about how we systematically overlook the concept of subtracting when trying to improve elements of life, work, and the world— as opposed to our default of fixing through addi...2021-11-0848 min
the morning shakeout podcastEpisode 180 | Leidy Klotz“The thing that I’ve realized I like about competitiveness is that, yes, it’s fun to beat other people in a soccer game and that’s one measure, but the real thing that’s rewarding is continuously getting better at something, or continuously working at something and putting in this work and seeing what the outputs are and continuing to try to do better. And even now I think I’m hopefully not at a permanent stage where I’m going backwards—but recovering from an injury—and I’m not running any of the same speeds that I have run in the past...2021-11-021h 03
infinite pie thinkingLeidy Klotz: Subtraction as part of your decision makingSo today I am speaking with Leidy Klotz, Professor at University of Virginia and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy focuses on removing barriers between design and behaviourial science and we dive into what that means and how we can apply these principles into our daily lives, both on a personal and professional basis. It is amazing to explore the research that shows how many of us do not include the option of subtraction into our decision making process and the impact it may have if we...2021-11-0153 min
The Behavioral Design PodcastSubtract w/ Gabe Adams & Leidy KlotzIn this episode, we speak with the fantastic research duo Gabrielle Adams and Leidy Klotz about their work on the science of less: subtraction.
Their research on the science of problem-solving has identified this fascinating bias against subtraction. In other words, when we solve problems, we tend to favor adding things over subtracting things, even when subtraction offers a better solution. We have a massive subtraction blindspot.
We had a great discussion, exploring all aspects of subtraction, from their research to tips for how teams and individuals can overcome it and why "jeggings" are severely...2021-10-2853 min
In This ClimateSubtracting with Leidy KlotzWhen you come across a challenge, what is your first impulse? To add or subtract? And what does it really mean to subtract? In this episode, University of Virginia professor Leidy Klotz helps us understand the human tendency toward addition and what that means in the context of the relationship between humans and the rest of the earth. Also, the next event in our Resilience Speaker Series is Friday, November 12, 2021, featuring Dawn O’Neal, executive director of Audubon Delta. We're grateful to Wild Birds Unlimited for making events like this possible by supporting ERI's work an...2021-10-2845 min
In This ClimateSubtracting with Leidy KlotzWhen you come across a challenge, what is your first impulse? To add or subtract? And what does it really mean to subtract? In this episode, University of Virginia professor Leidy Klotz helps us understand the human tendency toward addition and what that means in the context of the relationship between humans and the rest of the earth. Also, the next event in our Resilience Speaker Series is Friday, November 12, 2021, featuring Dawn O’Neal, executive director of Audubon Delta. We're grateful to Wild Birds Unlimited for making events like this possible by supporting ERI's work an...2021-10-2845 min
Attribution with Bob McKinnonHow Less Leads to More w/ Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz is a professor of the University of Virginia who studies how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. He has written for The Washington Post, Fast Company, The Globe and Mail, and The Behavioral Scientist. We discussed his latest book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less and its many implications both on our personal happiness and as a tool for social change. Links to learn more about: Leidy Klotz Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less Sustainability through Soccer Find out mo...2021-10-2553 minWatching AmericaSubtract: The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy KlotzEngineering professor Leidy Klotz says human beings are wired to add, not subtract. In fact, he says we're twice as disappointed to lose something as we are happy to gain something of the same value. The human aversion to subtraction can result in inferior design, unmanageable amounts of regulations, and a chaotic personal life.
In this conversation with Dr. Alan Campbell, Klotz discusses his research and offers tips on how to wield the power of subtraction for the benefit of yourself and your community. leidyklotz.com2021-10-2200 min
The Burleson Box: A Podcast from Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBALeidy Klotz on Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessIn this episode, Dustin talks with Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.You'll discover why it's easy to mistake less for loss, why our first instinct is to add instead of subtract, and how to make the space to go from information overload to wisdom.Leidy invites listeners to consider the difference between less and subtraction. He shares how to access our multitudes and access both addition and subtraction in order to eliminate wrong ideas from our businesses and organizations. ***This episode is brought to...2021-10-0155 min
The Michael Shermer Show208. Leidy Klotz on doing more with less, based on his book Subtract: The Untapped Science of LessWe pile on “to-dos” but don’t consider “stop-doings.” We create incentives for good behavior, but don’t get rid of obstacles to it. We collect new-and-improved ideas, but don’t prune the outdated ones. Every day, across challenges big and small, we neglect a basic way to make things better: we don’t subtract. Leidy Klotz’s pioneering research shows why. Whether we’re building Lego® models or cities, grilled-cheese sandwiches or strategic plans, our minds tend to add before taking away. Even when we do think of it, subtraction can be harder to pull off because an array of biological...2021-09-181h 59
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and IdeasLeidy Klotz on Our Resistance to Subtractive ChangeThere is no general theory of problem-solving, or even a reliable set of principles that will usually work. It’s therefore interesting to see how our brains actually go about solving problems. Here’s an interesting feature that you might not have guessed: when faced with an imperfect situation, our first move to improve it tends to involve adding new elements, rather than taking away. We are, in general, resistant to subtractive change. Leidy Klotz is an engineer and designer who has worked with psychologists and neuroscientists to study this phenomenon. We talk about how our relative blindness to subt...2021-08-301h 14
Regelstaten046 Subtract - Hvorfor fjerner politikerne aldrig regulering? - Leidy KlotzForleden delte jeg et tweet med et billede af undervisningsministeren. Hun ville indføre loft over antallet af anbragte børn på kostskoler, fordi der havde været nogle historier, som problematiserede det. Jeg lavede et meme-citat, hvor jeg citerede Pernille Rosenkrantz Theil for at sige "Nogen må gøre noget. Jeg er nogen, og dette er noget" om forslaget. For forslaget er et eksempel på det, der hedder handlingsbias i politik. Er der et problem, vil politikerne gøre noget for at løse det. Uanset om dette "noget" virker eller ej. Og det er sandsynligvis en af årsagerne t...2021-08-3054 min
Grow the GoodSubtracting with Professor Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz is a professor at the University of Virginia, studying how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. He co-founded and co-directs the Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative (CBSI) at the University of Virginia. CBSI works to address climate change, systemic inequality, and other issues that combine the understanding of human behavior and the systems that this behavior creates. He has also authored over 80 research articles and has appeared in Nature and Science, The Washington Post, Fast Company and more. Prior to becoming a professor at University of Virginia, Leidy d...2021-08-2056 min
Re-EnchantmentThe Difficult Psychology of Subtraction | Leidy KlotzThe optimal solution requires subtraction and then addition. But our brains have an unusually difficult time with that first step. It's easier for a doctor to add a medication than figure out which to take away. It's easier for governments to add a new law than nullifying several old ones. It often takes less brain power to add another storage unit for our extra stuff than sorting through it and figuring out what's really valuable and what to throw away. Professor Leidy Klotz has spent years studying the pscychology of subtraction and on this episode, he shares a positive take...2021-08-1835 min
Re-EnchantmentPsychology of Subtraction | Leidy KlotzOur brains have a difficult time subtracting. It's often easier for a doctor to add a medication than figure out which to take away. It can take less brain power to rent another storage unit than sort and throw out old stuff. Yet research shows that subtraction can be key to finding the optimal solutions to problems. Professor Leidy Klotz joins Daniel Lev Shkolnik on Re-Enchantment to share a positive take on subtraction.2021-08-1835 min
Transcripts211. Subtract with Leidy KlotzAt the beginning of Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, the Once-ler says, “I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got.” Biggering, it turns out, is the default setting for most of us. For years, Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, has studied how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. Both his research and the Once-ler’s tale relay similar sentiments: we gravitate towards adding and systematically neglect subtracting. This remains true even when subtracting might add considerable value to...2021-08-1800 min
Psychologists Off the ClockSubtract with Leidy KlotzAt the beginning of Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, the Once-ler says, “I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got.” Biggering, it turns out, is the default setting for most of us. For years, Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, has studied how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. Both his research and the Once-ler’s tale relay similar sentiments: we gravitate towards adding and systematically neglect subtracting. This remains true even when subtracting might add consider...2021-08-1857 minPsychologists Off the ClockSubtract with Leidy KlotzAt the beginning of Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, the Once-ler says, “I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got.” Biggering, it turns out, is the default setting for most of us. For years, Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, has studied how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. Both his research and the Once-ler’s tale relay similar sentiments: we gravitate towards adding and systematically neglect subtracting. This remains true even when subtracting might add consider...2021-08-1857 min
Link In Bio by Seemless SocialHow to Be a Minimalist For Beginners: Leidy Klotz (Science of Subtraction)Leidy Klotz explains how to be a minimalist for beginners.
We also cover the power of minimalism and the science of subtraction. This episode attempts to answer: what is minimalism and how to become a minimalist for beginners?
Leidy Klotz studies how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be. He’s a professor at the University of Virginia and the author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. You find out more about Leidy Klotz here: https://www.leidyklotz.com/
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The Rewired SoulThe Untapped Science of Less with Leidy KlotzEpisode Notes
Whether we're working on something at our job, in school, or around the house, our instinct is to add to it. While adding can often show competence or improve something, sometimes, subtracting is the best option. Today's guest Leidy Klotz just released his new book Subtract that discusses all of his research around this counter-intuitive way of thinking.
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The Rewired SoulThe Untapped Science of Less with Leidy KlotzEpisode NotesWhether we're working on something at our job, in school, or around the house, our instinct is to add to it. While adding can often show competence or improve something, sometimes, subtracting is the best option. Today's guest Leidy Klotz just released his new book Subtract that discusses all of his research around this counter-intuitive way of thinking. Follow Leidy on Twitter @LeidyklotzGet a copy of SubtractFor the interview transcript visit www.TheRewiredSoul.com/interviewsFollow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram2021-08-0950 minThe Gartner Talent AngleDiscover the Power of Subtraction With Leidy KlotzHumans are hardwired to add rather than subtract. Across various contexts ー whether biological, cultural or economic ー we often default towards more. Professor Leidy Klotz, author of “Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, ” argues we pay a price for the belief that more is better. In this Gartner Talent Angle interview, Klotz makes the case for the untapped potential of less, exploring subtraction as an overlooked strategy to achieve business results.2021-08-0341 min
Leigh Martinuzzi | Personal Development and Freedom Fulfilment Coach993 Leidy Klotz – SubtractSubtract: The Untapped Science of Less Leigh Martinuzzi · 993 Leidy Klotz – Subtract In this interview, I speak with Leidy Klotz about his book Subtract. Blending evidence across science and design, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less: The Untapped Science of Less offers a revolution in problem-solving: proving why we overlook subtraction, and how we … Continue reading 993 Leidy Klotz – Subtract
The post 993 Leidy Klotz – Subtract appeared first on Leigh Martinuzzi | Personal Development and Freedom Fulfilment Coach.2021-07-2544 minThe Brainy Business | Understanding the Psychology of Why People Buy | Behavioral EconomicsDo You Subtract Enough? An interview with Dr. Leidy KlotzToday I am very excited to have Dr. Leidy Klotz on the show to talk about how we humans have an instinct for adding things. We want more and often don’t even think about taking things away. But why is that? Why do we have adding instincts? Why are we so averse to less, and how could we see the value in it? That is a little of what we talk about today in this conversation which centers around Leidy’s new book, Subtract. It’s really fascinating and more than mere minimalism. As Leidy says in the...2021-07-2345 min
Curious Minds at WorkCM 192: Leidy Klotz on Doing More with LessSo often, when we try to solve a problem, we focus on what we can add. Let’s say you're moving to a smaller space. Your first thought might be to research shelving or rent a storage unit.
But what if, instead, you subtracted? What if you thought about what you’d sell, donate, or just throw out?
That’s the question Leidy Klotz answers in his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. It’s a topic he was inspired to pursue while building a bridge of Legos with his son. Faced with a design challenge, Leidy chose to add Legos...2021-07-1936 min
How to Be Awesome at Your Job684: Achieving More by Tapping into the Science of Less with Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz reveals how to access the untapped potential of subtraction to make work and life more efficient. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What Legos can teach us about smarter problem-solving2) The trick to overcoming your brain’s bias for addition3) How subtracting leaves us with moreSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep684 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LEIDY — Leidy Klotz is a Professor at the University of Virginia, where he directs the university’s Convergent Behavio...2021-07-1241 min
How to Be Awesome at Your Job684: Achieving More by Tapping into the Science of Less with Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz reveals how to access the untapped potential of subtraction to make work and life more efficient. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What Legos can teach us about smarter problem-solving2) The trick to overcoming your brain’s bias for addition3) How subtracting leaves us with moreSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep684 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LEIDY — Leidy Klotz is a Professor at the University of Virginia, where he directs the university’s Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative and is appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. His research on the science of problem-solving ha...2021-07-1243 min
Your Working LifeYour Working Life with Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz talks about the gaping hole in mental health – always adding new things.2021-07-0523 min
The Curiosity Hour PodcastEpisode 190 - Leidy Klotz, Ph.D. (The Curiosity Hour Podcast by Dan Sterenchuk and Tommy Estlund)Episode 190 Professor Leidy Klotz.
Dan Sterenchuk and Tommy Estlund are honored to have as our guest, Leidy Klotz, Ph.D.
Leidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor at the University of Virginia, where he is appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. He founded and directs the university’s Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative, which engages and supports applied, interdisciplinary research. A columnist for the Behavioral Scientist, Klotz has written for venues such as Science, Nature, Fast Company, and The Daily Climate.
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Humans On The Loop169 - Leidy Klotz on Design, Behavior, and When to SubtractThis week we talk to Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.Leidy Klotz is an Associate Professor at the University of Virginia in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. His wide-ranging, prolific, and highly-awarded research is filling in unexplored overlaps between design and behavioral science. Nationally recognized as one of 40-under-40 professors who inspire, Leidy has taught thousands of students, including 21 Ph.D. advisees, whose designing and teaching shapes the world. He founded and directs the Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative, which brings together scholars, funders, media, and practitioners to advance...2021-06-291h 17
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 144: Add More To Life With SubtractionLeidy Klotz, author of Subtract, shares his research on the science of taking things away, simplification, and subtraction to make more space for better ways of living. How to scale back tech use, clean up our calendars, and streamline family rules is coming up!Full show notesWhen kids are driving us up the wall and we want to regain control, we add rules. Then, later down the line...we add more rules. Soon we find ourselves trying to figure out a rule for every video game and homework assignment. As humans and parents, we’re...2021-06-2723 min
Sidenote by AsapSCIENCEThe Science of Less ft. Leidy KlotzToday we are talking about the science of less or the science of subtraction with expert on the subject Leidy Klotz! He’s an amazing researcher, on the front page of Nature Magazine, and he’s going to teach us about how getting rid of things is a better way to solve our problems! What Did We Learn This Week?:55 Laughing Gas Can Treat Depression?! 5:27 Sugar and Fried Foods Can Lead to Gut Disease?!10:57 Studytime4:00 This Tiny Creature Can Exist Between Life and Death?! 7:20 98% Of the Mass of Most Living Or...2021-06-2358 min
Sidenote by AsapSCIENCEThe Science of Less ft. Leidy KlotzToday we are talking about the science of less or the science of subtraction with expert on the subject Leidy Klotz! He’s an amazing researcher, on the front page of Nature Magazine, and he’s going to teach us about how getting rid of things is a better way to solve our problems! What Did We Learn This Week?:55 Laughing Gas Can Treat Depression?! 5:27 Sugar and Fried Foods Can Lead to Gut Disease?!10:57 Studytime4:00 This Tiny Creature Can Exist Between Life and Death?! 7...2021-06-2358 min
Think FASTTLeidy Klotz, Author of Subtract, on Our Bias to Add, the Value of Subtracting, and How to Do It MoreIn the third episode of the Think FASTT podcast, we dig deep into a topic important to our values of focus and advancement: subtraction. Leidy Klotz, author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, talks about:Subtractive problem solving, including concrete examplesThe human bias to add and overlook opportunities to subtractHow frequent and widespread the bias is, including across culturesSome possible origins for our additive tendenciesWays to increase your use of subtractionYou can learn more about Leidy Klotz and Subtract at https://www.leidyklotz.com.Like what you heard? Be sure to...2021-06-1546 min
Inquiring Minds‘The Untapped Science of Less’ with Leidy KlotzJoining Indre on the podcast today is University of Virginia Professor, Leidy Klotz. A former professional soccer player, Leidy has gone on to pursue his interest in studying how we transform things from how they are to how we want them to be, and has written for a number of prominent publications including The Washington Post, The Globe and Mail, and The Behavioral Scientist. His new book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less, explores the concept of subtraction as an effective yet often overlooked problem-solving strategy, and forms the basis for today’s fascinating episode.Support the sh...2021-06-1434 min
The Human Risk PodcastDr Leidy Klotz on Subtraction: the untapped science of lessWhy, when solving problems, do we tend towards addition, rather than subtraction? Not in a mathematical sense, but rather in terms of how we think about things? That's what my guest on this episode Dr Leidy Klotz, has been exploring in some research and it forms the subject of his new book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.Having had an interest in the subject, Leidy observed how his son Ezra approached a problem they faced while building a Lego model together. You can hear about that in the episode. It prompted Leidy to explore why our natural...2021-06-101h 01
Curiosity WeeklyWhy We Always Forget that Less Is More (w/ Leidy Klotz)Learn how human hair can improve solar panels and why people tend to add, not subtract, when trying to improve something.
Scientists are using human hair to make carbon nanodots for displays & solar panels by Grant Currin
Carbon dots from human hair boost solar cells. (2021). EurekAlert! https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-04/quot-cdf040721.php
Pham, N. D., Singh, A., Chen, W., Hoang, M. T., Yang, Y., Wang, X., Wolff, A., Wen, X., Jia, B., Sonar, P., & Wang, H. (2021). Self-assembled carbon dot-wrapped perovskites enable light trapping and defect passivation for efficient and stable perovskite solar cells. Journal of Materials Chemistry A...2021-06-0914 min
Get Wellthy23. The Art and Science of Subtraction with Leidy KlotzWhen we are feeling overwhelmed, burdened, or near burnout why is it that our reflex is always to add? Add a new system to take on more, add some type of organizational tool to help us stay afloat, add help so that we can continue to carry our already full plates. What would happen if we attempted to subtract, rather than add?Well, today that’s something we are going to explore.Leidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor at the University of Virginia. Today we are discussing his new book Subtract, and believe us wh...2021-04-271h 02
Too Lazy to Read the PaperToo Lazy to Read the Paper: Episode 4 with Leidy KlotzToday’s guest, Leidy Klotz, is a professor at the University of Virginia. He studies the science of design: how we transform things from how they are - to how we want them to be. Leidy wants to apply his work outside of academia:. He wants address climate change and systemic inequality, Leidy also works directly with organizations including the World Bank. Leidy has written more than 80 articles and two books. And Today we talk about his new paper (with a group of excellent co-authors) called "People systematically overlook subtractive changes" (1) which I love, and which recently mad...2021-04-261h 04
Behavioral Grooves PodcastSecrets of Subtraction: Donut Holes, Lego and Bruce Springsteen with Leidy KlotzLeidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia. His research fills in underexplored overlaps between engineering and behavioral science, in pursuit of more sustainable environmental systems. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed articles in venues that include top academic journals in built environment engineering, engineering education, and design, as well as imprints of both Science and Nature.
We explored the rarity of subtraction from our lives and the fact that we tend to add things much more than we remove things. Granted, we’ve been builders of things si...2021-04-141h 11