Avoiding the Appeal to Novelty: When New Isn't Always Better

Some tend to automatically trust and adopt new ideas, technologies, or methods while dismissing traditional approaches as outdated or irrelevant. This bias leads some to adopt unproven solutions prematurely.

Is something bad just because it's old?

Is something good just because it's New?

This week, we dig into the 'Appeal to Novelty' cognitive bias. Discover why new isn't always better and how this fallacy can affect team dynamics, product development, and organizational decision-making. Learn practical tips to avoid falling into the trap of change for the sake of change. Plus, hear a real-life story about updating an old but effective dashboard that went wrong. Join us for an insightful discussion and get tips on maintaining a balanced approach to innovation. Don't forget to visit our website for more resources and subscribe to get notified of new episodes!

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Topics:

• 01:41 - The Appeal to Novelty Explained

• 01:49 - A Real-World Example

• 02:52 - The Impact of Novelty Bias in Teams

• 06:00 - Avoiding the Appeal to Novelty

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