Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience, MA

Lorne Epstein

Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience: Decision-Making

Lorne Epstein, SHRM-SCP, MSOD, is a researcher, keynote, and Vistage speaker who consults with senior leaders on improving decision-making outcomes. His research focuses on how fluctuations in neurotransmitters impact individual and team decision-making in today’s VUCA world. Over 60,000 professionals have taken his workshops worldwide. Quoted in Forbes and the Christian Science Monitor, Lorne is pursuing a master’s in cognitive neuroscience at George Mason University. Lorne has been leading experiential workshops since 1993. His book, You're Hired! Interview Skills to Get the Job has been downloaded over 500,000 times worldwide. Lorne is currently studying cognitive neuroscience at the master’s level at George Mason University. He was inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and Psi Chi, the national honor society for psychology.

Current Research

Researching the impact of reducing tryptophan on decision-making.

Selected Publications

Epstein, L. (2024). Bias Impact Study 2024.
Published by Electric Cow, this study examines the latest trends in unconscious bias across various industries, offering valuable insights for HR professionals, leaders, and diversity consultants. Over 500 respondents shared how bias impacts their organizations and what they are doing to mitigate it.

Epstein, L. (2021). Bias Impact Study 2021.
Published in collaboration with George Mason University, this qualitative study examines how bias influences hiring, promotions, and workplace dynamics, based on interviews with 15 CEOs. They share their actionable strategies for mitigating bias.

Epstein, L. (2016). You're Hired! Interview Skills to Get the Job. 5th Edition.
Published by E3 Publishing, this book helps job seekers improve their interview performance and navigate the nuances of bias used by job coaches and HR professionals worldwide. Over 500,000 copies downloaded worldwide.

Education

George Mason University – Fairfax, VA
Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD), 2022

University of Hartford – West Hartford, CT
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), 1989

In the Media

Bellevue SHRM Conference https://vimeo.com/899593491

SHRM Inclusion Austin, Texas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JhcVnNhRN0&t=4s

Keynote at Meat Institute https://vimeo.com/1036932726

Rachel Gekel, CHRO at Fulton County Health Center https://vimeo.com/1023535730