In this episode, Ryan breaks down the concept of Groupthink—what it is, how it creeps into decision-making, and why even smart teams can fall into its trap. From history books to meeting rooms, Ryan explores how to spot it and stop it before it derails your mission.
🧠 Groupthink
Coined by Irving Janis in the 1970s
📖 Learn more:
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Overview on Verywell Mind:
👉 https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-groupthink-2795213 -
Bay of Pigs context from History.com:
👉 https://www.history.com/topics/cold-war/bay-of-pigs-invasion -
Bay of Pigs lesson on leadership (JFK Library):
👉 https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/about-jfk/jfk-in-history/the-bay-of-pigs
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