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Behavioral Science as a New Lens
- Behavioral science is more than small tweaks; it's a new lens to redesign policies and services.
- This mindset can fundamentally improve government and company core operations beyond superficial changes.
Producer-Focused Sugar Tax Works
- The UK sugar tax targeted producers to reformulate drinks with less sugar rather than charging consumers directly.
- This led to a 15% market share switching to lower sugar options, improving public health without changing consumer behavior.
Set Goals and Sunset Clauses
- Focus on measurable results when applying behavioral insights to gain credibility and avoid skepticism.
- Set sunset clauses to discontinue initiatives if goals aren’t met, avoiding ineffective zombie units.