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> Where is your data to back up that "almost everyone thinks they are an above average performer? It is a pretty well documented phenomena. https://en.wikiped

> Where is your data to back up that "almost everyone thinks they are an above average performer? It is a pretty well documented phenomena. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illusory_superiority https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illusory_superiority https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect

BinaryIdiot 11y ago
> It is a pretty well documented phenomena. The effect of an individual feeling above average is, yes, documented and pointed out in your links. But that has nothing to do with "almost everyone thinks they are an above average performer". Where is the data showing "almost everyone" feels this way? Even reading the wikis you linked it's obvious people will feel this about certain topics or even just in general when comparing themselves to someone else. I didn't see any direct correlation or sources regarding how the majority of people feel, overall, against the majority of others.
- paulddraper 11y ago
  Don't be afraid to read the linked articles. > Illusory superiority has been found in individuals' comparisons of themselves with others...in working environments (for example in job performance) > In a survey of faculty at the University of Nebraska...more than 90% rated themselves as above average.
  - BinaryIdiot 11y ago
    > Don't be afraid to read the linked articles. Oh I did. Those quotes don't actually answer my questions. It "being found" or being found in more than 90% in a single survey doesn't answer my questions at all. Looking for real studies. I looked at some studies but I couldn't find anything about this (at least not in the places I have access to). Surveys without proper controls are almost useless. I'm certainly saying this entire thing couldn't be true in most people I just want to see data / real studies.
    - paulddraper 11y ago
      I didn't understand that you found the quality or scope of mentioned studies lacking. Thanks for clarifying.

BinaryIdiot 11y ago

> It is a pretty well documented phenomena. The effect of an individual feeling above average is, yes, documented and pointed out in your links. But that has nothing to do with "almost everyone thinks they are an above average performer". Where is the data showing "almost everyone" feels this way? Even reading the wikis you linked it's obvious people will feel this about certain topics or even just in general when comparing themselves to someone else. I didn't see any direct correlation or sources regarding how the majority of people feel, overall, against the majority of others.

paulddraper 11y ago
Don't be afraid to read the linked articles. > Illusory superiority has been found in individuals' comparisons of themselves with others...in working environments (for example in job performance) > In a survey of faculty at the University of Nebraska...more than 90% rated themselves as above average.
- BinaryIdiot 11y ago
  > Don't be afraid to read the linked articles. Oh I did. Those quotes don't actually answer my questions. It "being found" or being found in more than 90% in a single survey doesn't answer my questions at all. Looking for real studies. I looked at some studies but I couldn't find anything about this (at least not in the places I have access to). Surveys without proper controls are almost useless. I'm certainly saying this entire thing couldn't be true in most people I just want to see data / real studies.
  - paulddraper 11y ago
    I didn't understand that you found the quality or scope of mentioned studies lacking. Thanks for clarifying.