1. Chapter 15 talks about the halo effect—the practice of forming an overall opinion on the basis of one outstanding characteristic. One could say Robert and Paul have let this error in judgment affect them, though they insist their picks are based on an overall assessment. What are the halo effects for both men?

2. At the outset, Robert seems to have made up his mind about Jacqueline without any help from Paul’s input, but this is not exactly true. What one thing does Robert do to consider Paul’s thoughts?

3. Robert has told Paul he plans on hiring Jacqueline despite Paul’s argument that she might not fit well with the team. What might be some ramifications of this decision in the work environment?