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Dunning-Kruger Effect

The least competent are most confident; the most competent are most cautious.

Competence and confidence follow a curve: beginners overestimate their ability because they lack the knowledge to recognise what they don't know. Experts are often most aware of the depth of the problem — and most humble. The most dangerous voices in any domain are often the most certain ones.

Try this

Pick a domain where you feel confident. Seek out the perspective of someone who has ten more years of experience in that domain. Notice what gaps emerge.

Ask yourself

In which domain are you most confident? Is that confidence earned through deep experience — or does it precede the experience?

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