Nudge

Every trick Steve Jobs used to persuade in 68 minutes

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Dec 30, 2024
Discover how Steve Jobs mastered persuasion throughout his career. The podcast unveils his remarkable techniques during product launches, emphasizing methods like 'chunking' and the iconic 'one more thing' reveal. Delve into Jobs' early years and his natural flair for influence, alongside insightful anecdotes. Explore the psychological tactics he used to forge key partnerships in tech, and understand the effects of sunk costs and strategic marketing. Each discussion highlights how these principles shaped Apple's legacy and his profound impact on the industry.
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Early Persuasion

  • As a boy, Steve Jobs persuaded a classmate to swap Hawaiian shirts.
  • This left the friend as the only student without a themed shirt.
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Blue Box Sales Tactic

  • To sell Blue Boxes, teenage Jobs used social proof, claiming a fictitious "George" was interested.
  • This piqued others' curiosity and led to sales, demonstrating his intuitive grasp of psychology.
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Atari Job

  • Jobs got his first job at Atari by persistently waiting in the lobby until he was interviewed.
  • This "sunk cost" tactic, combined with his knowledge, secured him the position.
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