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Nimara Newa

Nimara Newa is a clinical psychologist and creative writer with a passion for understanding human behavior and decision-making. With a deep interest in how subconscious thought patterns shape our choices, she explores the impact of cognitive biases on leadership, business strategy, and innovation—particularly within the fast-paced tech ecosystem. Her work focuses on helping individuals and organizations recognize the mental shortcuts that influence their decision-making processes, both positively and negatively. She highlights biases such as confirmation bias, anchoring bias, and the sunk cost fallacy, showing how they can lead to flawed judgments, missed opportunities, and even business failures. Through her insights, she encourages business leaders and entrepreneurs to cultivate self-awareness, embrace diverse perspectives, and implement strategies that counteract bias-driven decisions. Beyond psychology, Nimara is also a storyteller who blends scientific understanding with creativity, making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable. She believes in fostering spaces where people can challenge their assumptions, think critically, and push beyond societal expectations. As a champion of balanced leadership, Nimara embraces both traditionally feminine and masculine traits, advocating for an approach that integrates empathy, decisiveness, and adaptability. Through her work, she inspires individuals to be intentional about their choices, ensuring that both personal and professional decisions are rooted in awareness, inclusivity, and strategic thinking.

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How Cognitive Biases Shape Business Decisions | Nimara Newa | AFTER HOURS🍸

In this special International Women’s Month edition of After Hours, in partnership with Tanqueray Africa, host Alice Kanjejo sits down with clinical psychologist and creative writer Nimara Newa to explore cognitive biases and their impact on decision-making in the tech ecosystem. They discuss how subconscious mental shortcuts shape business strategies, leadership, and innovation—sometimes leading to costly mistakes. From confirmation bias to the sunk cost fallacy, Nimara breaks down key biases and offers strategies to counter them. Tune in for an insightful conversation on balancing conviction with self-awareness in business.

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