Nudge

This Harvard prof made my emails 3.5x better

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Dec 16, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Harvard Professor Mike Norton, renowned for his research on the IKEA effect, reveals how personal effort enhances perceived value. He shares fascinating insights about the surprising impact of handwritten emails, demonstrating that they can be 3.5 times more effective than standard replies. Norton discusses how this phenomenon influences consumer behavior and decision-making, illustrating its implications with interesting experiments. He also uncovers how operational transparency can deepen customer engagement and loyalty.
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INSIGHT

The IKEA Effect

  • The IKEA effect explains our preference for self-made items.
  • We overvalue these items due to invested effort, even if objectively flawed.
ANECDOTE

Origami Experiment

  • Mike Norton's origami experiment demonstrated the IKEA effect.
  • Participants valued their own creations more than others did, highlighting the impact of personal effort.
ANECDOTE

IKEA Box Study

  • In an IKEA box study, builders valued boxes 63% higher than non-builders.
  • This effect also improved golf performance and encouraged healthier eating habits in children.
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