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Don’t shoot for the moon: aiming for ‘above average’ is key to success, maths suggests
Model created by researchers shows better outcomes are often more likely when people are not too ambitious
TL;DR
- Researchers have developed a mathematical model suggesting that aiming for 'above average' goals leads to better outcomes than aiming for exceptionally high ones.
- The model can be applied to various situations, including salary negotiations, renting, and parking choices.
- Optimal satisfaction is achieved by setting goals above average but not excessively so.
- Over-ambition (setting thresholds far above the mean reward) leads to worse average outcomes than under-ambition.
- The danger of comparing one's success to curated social media highlights can lead to dissatisfaction and missed opportunities.