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Tariffs raise the price of imported goods, prompting consumers to seek domestic alternatives, which benefits local producers but may frustrate consumers. They also generate government revenue for public services, though reliance on this income is risky due to potential retaliatory tariffs. This can lead to trade wars, disrupting global supply chains and harming both consumers and businesses. Understanding these dynamics is crucial in today’s trade policy landscape.

Lukas Wagner
Lukas Wagner

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The Matthew Effect: Why the Rich Get Richer and the Poor Get Poorer

The Matthew Effect illustrates how initial advantages, like wealth or education, lead to greater benefits over time, perpetuating inequality. Those with resources thrive while the underprivileged struggle. To combat this, we must advocate for equitable policies that provide opportunities for all, fostering a fairer society.

Lukas Wagner
Lukas Wagner
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Is Dunning-Kruger Effect Real? Debunking the Myth (or Not)

The Dunning-Kruger effect—has shaped how we see confidence and competence (or the lack thereof). Fresh studies are tying it to juicy traits like narcissism and intelligence, painting a picture of overconfident know-it-alls who can’t tell a paintbrush from a profit margin. On the other side, skeptics are throwing shade, calling it a statistical mirage—especially in tricky areas like creativity and financial literacy—claiming shoddy methods have puffed it up into something it’s not. So, what’s the verdict? Is the Dunning-Kruger effect a legit mind-bender, or just a catchy psych myth we’ve all fallen for?

Lukas Wagner
Lukas Wagner
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Confidence Outpaces Competence: Dunning-Kruger

The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias where individuals with limited competence overestimate their abilities, while highly skilled people may underestimate theirs. This article explores how this bias impacts learning, relationships, and everyday life, and offers strategies to overcome it, including self-reflection, seeking feedback, and continuous learning.

Lukas Wagner
Lukas Wagner
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How Initial Information Skews Judgment: Anchoring

Explore how the anchoring effect, a subtle yet powerful cognitive bias, shapes your decisions in relationships, career, and daily life. From the way first impressions skew judgments in love and work to how initial prices influence your spending, this article delves into the mechanisms behind this phenomenon. Discover real-world examples, research-backed insights, and practical strategies to counter its influence, helping you make more balanced and informed choices.

Lukas Wagner
Lukas Wagner