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Behavioural Insights
Thoughtful analysis of how psychology shapes financial behaviour, spending habits, and long term decision making, translating academic research into practical insights that help individuals make smarter, more intentional financial choices.


Interview with Ali Fenwick
Behavioural Science is a rapidly expanding field and everyday new research is being developed in academia, tested and implemented by...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 27, 20207 min read


Publish or Perish: PhD Edition
Oh yes, it’s everyone’s favourite phrase. Not. Publish or perish is the unofficial slogan for academia. It describes quite accurately...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 24, 20204 min read


Hacking The Brain?
Neuroscience has become a hot topic. The brain has become an even hotter topic. It seems that as soon as you mention brain areas and...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 22, 20204 min read


Interview with Nuala Walsh
Behavioural Science is a rapidly expanding field and everyday new research is being developed in academia, tested and implemented by...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 20, 20205 min read


What Is Your Learning Style?
I have recently discovered Peter Drucker, and work that alligns with his writings. Drucker's work focuses on discovering your strengths...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 17, 20205 min read


Where Did The Money Go?!
Ever heard of Wirecard? Neither had I, until it became frontpage news for those reading financial news. Why was it on the frontpage, you...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 15, 20204 min read


Interview with Nick Hobson
Behavioural Science is a rapidly expanding field and everyday new research is being developed in academia, tested and implemented by...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 13, 20208 min read


Issues I have with Popular (Behavioural) Science Books
Not too long ago I published a list of my favourite ten books in behavioural science. It was a popular article, but apparently also quite...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 10, 20204 min read


The Truth About Self-Control
You know I don't write all my articles myself. Why would I when there's so many other epic people out there who I think you should be...

Merle van den Akker
Jul 8, 20205 min read
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