Scott Nguyen
Design Psychologist | Behavioral Insights for Better Decisions
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Scott Nguyen is a design psychologist who explores how cognitive biases and mental shortcuts shape human decision-making. As a researcher at the Common Cents Lab at Duke University, he designs science-backed interventions to help people make wiser financial choices.
Nguyen's TED talks on the psychology of money have reached millions, offering fresh perspectives on why we spend, save, and invest the way we do. His keynotes give business leaders and individuals practical frameworks for overcoming common money traps and building healthier financial habits.
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Solar energy can help put power back in the hands of the people
Modern life requires immense amounts of power, but by relying on fossil fuels to produce it, we're hurting the environment and risking our planet's future. Entrepreneur Scott Nguyen argues for the widespread adoption of solar energy, which will put power back into where it belongs - in the hands of consumers instead of the big utilities.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDxUTAustin 2019 | 2019 | 🇺🇸Austin, United States |
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