Blink : The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

Unabridged
Author: Malcolm Gladwell
Narrator: Malcolm Gladwell
Genres: Business, Self-help
Publisher: Time Warner Audio Books
Date: January 2005
Length: 8 hours
Ratings:
Formats:
  • CD

Overview

How do we make decisions--good and bad--and why are some people so much better at it than others? Thats the question Malcolm Gladwell asks and answers in the follow-up to his huge bestseller, The Tipping Point. Utilizing case studies as diverse as speed dating, pop music, and the shooting of Amadou Diallo, Gladwell reveals that what we think of as decisions made in the blink of an eye are much more complicated than assumed. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology, he shows how the difference between good decision-making and bad has nothing to do with how much information we can process quickly, but on the few particular details on which we focus. Leaping boldly from example to example, displaying all of the brilliance that made The Tipping Point a classic, Gladwell reveals how we can become better decision makers--in our homes, our offices, and in everyday life. The result is a book that is surprising and transforming. Never again will you think about thinking the same way.

Reviews (90)

Not Bad

Written by Anonymous on October 20th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 3/5

While not as interesting as some of Gladwell's other books, still a good read. Blink started out strong but trailed off considerably and was fairly boring towards the end.

Blink - Martin Gladwell

Written by Jen C on September 30th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 5/5

I thoroughly enjoyed Blink. Gladwell is very pleasant to listen to, and the content of the book is interesting and thought provoking. I found the material amazingly accessible. Gladwell and his books are so part of our culture now that it's important to be familiar with them just so that we can understand all the references made to them in our daily lives.

I did blink and missed it

Written by marti on August 20th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 1/5

Boring - shipped it back after 2nd disc - didn't even finish it. Its nothing I haven't heard before.

Gladwell Rocks

Written by Anonymous on June 24th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Malcolm Gladwell delivers another. If you liked the tipping point you will love Blink. I thought it was a lot better. I can't wait for his next book.

Blink

Written by Anonymous on June 18th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 3/5

this book was ok. I would only recommend it to a small group of people.

Worth The "Read" For The Research Descriptions Alone!

Written by Anonymous from Albuquerque, NM on April 29th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 5/5

I am only on Disc 3 and while they seem to skip here and there, this audio book is fascinating! Having studied the power of thought since I was young, I was thrilled to hear all the descriptions of different studies that the author uses. He reads very well. It is easy to understand and not annoying. Very engaging and eye opening material.

OK ... I get it

Written by John from Sulphur, LA on March 25th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 2/5

My subconscious fell asleep. Thankfully I did not, as I listen on my commute. After the first couple chapters, I got it. Couldn't manage to finish the book.

Check Your Facts

Written by Lorna on March 7th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 4/5

I enjoyed this book. Gladwell's examples were engaging but if you look at some of the statistical correlations, not as amazing as he presents. Listen to it anyway. I'd really like to believe that we can intuit so much so quickly.

A fascinating look into all of us

Written by Ben W. from New York, NY on March 5th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Blink is an incredibly engaging look into the inner workings of all of our minds. What we do, how we do it, and our perceptions of everything around us. It's a completely engaging listen and one I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good think.

Blink

Written by Colleen on January 26th, 2009

  • Book Rating: 5/5

This is one of my all time favorite books well-written and well-read.