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Great companies know how to counter the brain's negative bias

You just had a conversation with your boss regarding your performance review. The appraisal was quite positive overall and noted your strong performance and achievements. But a few constructive comments pointed out areas where you could improve, and you find yourself fixating on those remarks. Rather than feeling good about the positive aspects of your review, you feel upset and angry about the few critical comments.

Or, think about the many compliments you have received from colleagues. You probably felt flattered at the moment, but then went on with your day. Compare that to even a single snide remark. It probably