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Psych, Business, Tech & Behavioral Science

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Psych, Business, Tech & Behavioral Science

In an era where technology and business are deeply intertwined with human behavior, understanding the 'why' behind actions is a competitive necessity. This plan is ideal for product designers, marketers, and leaders who want to bridge the gap between psychological theory and practical application in tech and business.

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3 h 21 m
12 coursesUpdated 32 days ago
Thinking, fast and slowPsychThe Hidden Psychology of Choice12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed's proprietary AI to help you learn Psych, Business, Tech & Behavioral Science with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Psych, Business, Tech & Behavioral Science.

What You'll Learn

  • Master the cognitive biases and behavioral patterns that drive human decision-making.
  • Apply behavioral economics and consumer psychology to drive strategic business influence.
  • Design intuitive products using human-centered UX principles and habit-forming frameworks.
  • Navigate the ethical implications of AI and technology through a behavioral lens.
  • Develop complex decision-making frameworks for advanced problem-solving.
  • Synthesize psychological insights with cutting-edge tech to lead future innovations.

Master the fundamentals of how humans think, feel, and choose—from cognitive biases to behavioral patterns that shape every decision.

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Thinking, fast and slow

Insights into human decision-making and cognitive biases

8 m
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Psych

A captivating exploration of psychology, unraveling the mysteries of human consciousness, intelligence, and behavior through engaging anecdotes and scientific insights.

12 m
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Predictably IrrationalHow to DecideThe Art of ChoosingScarcity
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The Hidden Psychology of Choice

Explore how our decisions are shaped by unconscious biases, emotional drivers, and cognitive shortcuts—and why even brilliant minds fall into predictable traps. Discover frameworks that explain the gap between our rational and emotional decision systems.

52 m

Apply psychological insights to business contexts—from behavioral economics to consumer psychology and ethical persuasion techniques.

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Nudge

Using small changes to guide better decisions on health, wealth, and happiness.

9 m
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Influence

Understanding the psychology of persuasion and influence

9 m
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Say What They Can't UnhearThe Art of Influencing AnyoneYes!Thank You for Arguing
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Persuasion techniques that actually work

Struggling to get a 'yes'? Learn how to use Robert Cialdini’s psychology of influence to overcome social barriers and ethically move people to action.

25 m

Design products and experiences that work with human psychology—from UX principles to habit-forming technologies and AI systems.

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Laws of UX

Unlock the power of psychology to create intuitive, human-centered designs that captivate users and elevate product experiences.

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Hooked

How tech companies create habit-forming products using the Hook Model.

9 m
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Actionable Gamification100 Things Every Designer Needs to Know About PeopleStick with It
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Psychology-Driven AI Product Design That Actually Works

Discover why 92% of AI products fail to stick and how to design AI experiences that work with human psychology, not against it. Learn actionable frameworks from gamification and behavioral science.

8 m

Synthesize behavioral science across disciplines—from AI ethics to complex decision-making frameworks and cutting-edge influence research.

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Start at the End

A behavioral scientist's guide to designing products that create meaningful change by focusing on desired outcomes first.

9 m
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Influential Mind

Unlocking the science of influence through brain research and emotional intelligence.

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Thinking in BetsRisk SavvySuperforecastingNoise
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Probabilistic thinking and why experts get it wrong

Stop asking if a project will work and start asking for the odds. Learn how superforecasters use probability to outpredict experts and make better bets.

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