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Dunning–Kruger effect

Description

A cognitive bias whereby people with low ability at a task overestimate their ability. It is related to the cognitive bias of illusory superiority and comes from the inability of individuals to recognize their lack of ability.

Dunning–Kruger effect in business decision

An inexperienced employee might believe they are performing exceptionally well and require little supervision, unaware of their mistakes and areas needing improvement.

Dunning–Kruger effect in personal life decision

You think you're good at playing guitar after learning a few chords, underestimating how much more there is to master.