I guess the book achieves most of what it sets out to do. It managed to convince me of this dark art where a crowd of people working together, with something to loose, are able to somehow come up with the right solution again and again. But this is certainly not a foolproof discovery, as some crowds like the financial markets can get it completely wrong. That is the bit I didn't quite get from this reading. What is the difference between an effective and a failing group. One suggestion was given as peer pressure, so this is choosing an option in hope of being accepted by the majority in the crowd instead of voicing your own impulsive opinion without fear of any recrimination. Coming from Pakistani culture I can relate to many instances where agreements are reached because of either peers or a bullish boss or some thuggish personality in the particular group instead of individual impulsive thought streams. Again, the human animal has managed to ride the roost in the animal kingdom due to their ability to work and live together. I guess this book highlights this basic atavistic feature in all of us.
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