The Upside Of Irrationality: The Unexpected Benefits Of Defying Logic [Paperback]

“Dan Ariely is a genius at understanding human behavior: no economist does a better job of uncovering and explaining the hidden reasons for the weird ways we act.” — James Surowiecki, author ofThe Wisdom of Crowds

Behavioral economist andNew York Timesbestselling author ofPredictably IrrationalDan Ariely returns to offer a much-needed take on the irrational decisions that influence our dating lives, our workplace experiences, and our temptation to cheat in any and all areas. Fans ofFreakonomics, Survival of the Sickest, and Malcolm Gladwell’sBlinkandThe Tipping Pointwill find many thought-provoking insights inThe Upside of Irrationality.

How can large bonuses sometimes make CEOs less productive?
Why is revenge so important to us?
How can confusing directions actually help us?
Why is there a difference between what wethinkwill make us happy and whatreallymakes us happy?

In his groundbreaking book,Predictably Irrational, social scientist Dan Ariely revealed the multiple biases that lead us to make unwise decisions. Now, inThe Upside of Irrationality, he exposes the surprising negative and positive effects irrationality can have on our lives. Focusing on our behaviors at work and in relationships, he offers new insights and eye-opening truths about what really motivates us on the job, how one unwise action can become a long-term bad habit, how we learn to love the ones we’re with, and more.The Upside of Irrationalitywill change the way we see ourselves at work and at home—and cast our irrational behaviors in a more nuanced light.