Summaries of books by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz:
Everybody Lies
Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are
Seth Stephens-Davidowitz
The book explores how the vast amounts of data generated by internet searches and online activity can reveal deep truths about human behavior, preferences, and prejudices that are often hidden in traditional surveys or studies. It uses real-world examples and research to demonstrate how this "big data" can provide insights into topics like sexuality, racism, health, and economics, challenging our understanding of how society truly functions.
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Don't Trust Your Gut
Using Data to Get What You Really Want in LIfe
Seth Stephens-Davidowitz
The book challenges intuition-based decision-making by advocating for a data-driven approach to life's choices, drawing on research and examples from various domains. It provides insights and strategies for leveraging big data, experiments, and new analytics to make more informed decisions in personal and professional contexts.
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