


By training herself to envision contradictory futures, she learns to anticipate her opponents' missteps?and becomes one of the most successful players in the world. A young woman drops out of a PhD program and starts playing poker.

They view the world, and their choices, in profoundly different ways. Drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics?as well as the experiences of CEOs, educational reformers, four-star generals, FBI agents, airplane pilots, and Broadway songwriters?this painstakingly researched book explains that the most productive people, companies, and organizations don't merely act differently. At the core of Smarter Faster Better are eight key concepts?from motivation and goal setting to focus and decision making?that explain why some people and companies get so much done. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of The Power of Habit comes a fascinating book that explores the science of productivity, and why, in today's world, managing how you think?rather than what you think?can transform your life.
