The Dunning-Kruger Effect
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias in which people with limited competence in a particular domain overestimate their abilities. It was first described by the psychologists David Dunning and Just Kruger in 1999. From:Wikipedia.org The Dunning-Kruger Effect Basically, the Dunning-Kruger effect is where people think they know more than they actually do. They are basically confident and clueless. The most glaring example of this is our current President. I would submit that another glaring example of this is Umar Johnson. Why are the effects of the Dunning-Kruger Effect so potentially dangerous, especially if those who operate under it are in a position of authority or posing as one in a position of authority. The Effects of the Dunning-Kruger Effect Making poor decisions Poor decision making can affect any and all areas of one's life, including, career, relationships, and family. Because one suffering under the Dunning-Kruger Effect...