What you miss when you focus on the average | Sharon Zicherman

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🗓️ 12 March 2025

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Summary

Are you looking at the right data when making big decisions? Data deconstructor Sharon Zicherman challenges our reliance on averages, showing how they can be misleading — especially in life-changing moments. By rethinking the way we interpret data, he reveals a smarter approach to assessing risk and making better choices.

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