From Narrow-Blinded to Open Minded

“Edward Gamble’s From Narrow-Blinded to Open Minded is an extraordinary book on contempt—a key problem in our culture. It offers a hopeful message: By recognizing our biases, and being open to new ideas, we can reverse course and grow better, together.” —Arthur C. Brooks, professor, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School and #1 New York Times best-selling author

“In this inspiring new book, Edward Gamble’s penetrating analysis enables the reader to harness the opportunities accruing from open minded rather than succumbing as a victim to narrow-minded. The book is a delightful fusion of rock-solid scholarship and science combined with literary agility and a touch of self-help. The result is a mesmerizing bouquet of insights with the promise for self-transformation, liberation, and enlightenment.” —David Audretsch, distinguished professor, Ameritech Chair of Economic Development, and director, Institute for Development Strategies, Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, University of Indiana

“Gamble’s 3T model—Think, Talk About It, and Take Action—provides an engaging framework for breaking free from the constraints of polarization, which are increasingly prevalent in our universities and communities. By encouraging a holistic view and fostering open-minded dialogue, Gamble empowers readers to navigate complex challenges with clarity and creativity. This book is an essential read for anyone committed to embracing alternative perspectives, enhancing their problem-solving capabilities, and driving meaningful change in both personal and professional spheres.” —Matthew Grimes, director, MPhil in Innovation, Strategy, and Organisation Programme; codirector, The Entrepreneurship Centre; and professor, Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Futures, Judge Business School; University of Cambridge

“This provocative book is like a road trip with wise, witty friend. Your thinking will become more evidence-based and discerning along the way.”  —Denise M. Rousseau, H.J. Heinz II University Professor of Organizational Behavior and Public Policy and director, Project on Evidence-Based Organizational Practices, Heinz College and Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University

“Dr. Gamble’s superpower is his ability to see complex issues clearly by avoiding the common pitfalls of groupthink, cognitive bias, and overconfidence. He shares with us his powerful approach to thinking so that we may become more effective in our careers and in our personal relationships.” —Doug Fletcher, bestselling author of How Clients Buy and How To Win Client Business

“Edward Gamble weaves together a wonderful tapestry of science and storytelling. A habitual world traveler, Gamble draws on his experiences to highlight the importance of shaking off our blinders and embracing the world around us. He shares his learning journey with enthusiasm and joy, inviting all of us to think, discuss, and act together.” —Stewart Thornhill, executive director, Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and Eugene Applebaum Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan