The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Marketing Secrets Apple & Tesla Always Use: Rory Sutherland
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Aug 1, 2022 
Join Rory Sutherland, vice chairman of Ogilvy UK and author of "Alchemy," as he unravels the nuances of marketing through a behavioral lens. He discusses how perception shapes value, the concept of scarcity, and why some ideas resonate while others don't. Rory reveals the importance of personal branding, the irrational nature of decision-making, and the fascinating psychological triggers that influence consumer behavior. Prepare for a lively conversation filled with innovative insights on what truly drives success in business!
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Betty Crocker Cakes
- Betty Crocker cake mix initially flopped; adding an egg made it feel like real cooking.
- Counterintuitive approaches can sometimes increase a product's appeal.
Technology Adoption
- New technologies initially grow slowly due to habit and social copying.
- Growth follows a sigmoid curve since adoption becomes easier after the initial niche phase.
HMV and CDs
- HMV's CEO mistakenly believed people loved CDs, not music; physical media had downsides.
- This highlights the importance of understanding consumer desires beyond the surface level.
