The Abilene Paradox: Why Groups Agree to Things Nobody Wants

The Abilene Paradox: Why Groups Agree to Things Nobody Wants "Why do groups so often agree to plans that nobody actually wants? In this video, we break down the Abilene Paradox, the famous management story by Jerry Harvey, why people stay silent when they privately disagree, how it differs from groupthink, and three simple habits to help a group say what it really thinks. When was the last time you went along with a plan you secretly did not want? Tell me in the comments. #Psychology #AbileneParadox #SocialPsychology #HumanBehavior Research referenced: Jerry B. Harvey (1974), The Abilene Paradox: The management of agreement, Organizational Dynamics Jerry B. Harvey (1988), The Abilene Paradox and Other Meditations on Management, Lexington Books Irving Janis (1972), Victims of Groupthink, Houghton Mifflin Prentice & Miller (1993), Pluralistic ignorance and alcohol use on campus, Journal of Personality and Social Psychology Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional psychological advice."