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Steven D. Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago, best known for his work on crime and incentives.
Known for: Freakonomics
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Freakonomics
In Think Like a Freak, Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner apply their unconventional approach to problem-solving to everyday life. Drawing on insights from economics, psychology, and behavioral science, they challenge readers to question assumptions, embrace curiosity, and think differently about incentives, decision-making, and human behavior. The book offers practical lessons on how to approach complex problems with creativity and rationality.
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The Value of Saying 'I Don’t Know'
Thinking like a Freak starts with the most radical admission you can make: acknowledging your ignorance. When we studied markets, crimes, and social behaviors, we noticed that progress only began once someone was brave enough to say, “I don’t know.” The problem is that modern culture rewards confide...
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Incentives and Human Behavior
We often say that economics is the study of incentives — but that’s not confined to money. Every decision people make is shaped by rewards, punishments, and subtle signals about what matters. To think like a Freak, you must learn to see the hidden incentives behind actions. Sometimes they’re financi...
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About Steven Levitt
Steven D. Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago, best known for his work on crime and incentives. Stephen J. Dubner is a journalist and radio host, co-author of the Freakonomics series, and creator of the Freakonomics Radio podcast. Together, they have popularized economic ...
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Steven D. Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago, best known for his work on crime and incentives. Stephen J. Dubner is a journalist and radio host, co-author of the Freakonomics series, and creator of the Freakonomics Radio podcast. Together, they have popularized economic ...
Steven D. Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago, best known for his work on crime and incentives. Stephen J. Dubner is a journalist and radio host, co-author of the Freakonomics series, and creator of the Freakonomics Radio podcast. Together, they have popularized economic thinking for a broad audience through their books and media projects.
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