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Modern WisdomDec 7, 2020

#255 - Rory Sutherland - The Psychology Of Irrationality

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Alchemy
Rory Sutherland

the reason they read partly is for the enjoyment of reading the book, but more so for the outcome and the new life that they think they're going to b…

Atomic Habits
James Clear

Why do you think people are prepared to pay 10 times or 100 times the price of a book for a course on the same subject?

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Rory Sutherland is the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy Advertising and an author. 2020 is the year of change. Human behaviour is far less rational and sophisticated than we might claim. Combine these two and you have the ideal breeding ground for a Rory episode. Expect to learn what Rory thinks about my new Bear or Bull game, his opinions TikTok and OnlyFans, why sticking your genitals in a Dyson AirBlade is a bad idea, how Rory would advise Boris, why credit card numbers are ridiculous and much more...
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The host discusses how people's willingness to pay for experiences, like courses, often exceeds that for books, despi…

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James Clear

The host discusses the disparity between the cost of online courses and the affordability of books like 'Atomic Habit…

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Alchemy
Rory Sutherland
Best for individuals interested in behavioral economics and self-developmentOften cited around value of experiences

The speaker mentions 'Alchemy' by Rory Sutherland in the context of self-development and the outcomes people seek from reading books.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: individuals interested in behavioral economics and self-development
Key quote: the reason they read partly is for the enjoyment of reading the book, but more so for the outcome and the new life that they think they're going to be able to achieve with the insights from Rory Sutherland's alchemy
The host discusses how people's willingness to pay for experiences, like courses, often exceeds that for books, despite the similar outcomes they provide. Rory Sutherland's book 'Alchemy' is mentioned as a source of insights into this phenomenon, emphasizing the irrational aspects of consumer behavior.
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Atomic Habits
James Clear
Best for Individuals interested in personal development and behavioral scienceOften cited around habit setting and goal setting

The speaker discusses the price difference between online courses and the book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear, highlighting the value people place on courses over books.

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Individuals interested in personal development and behavioral science
Key quote: Why do you think people are prepared to pay 10 times or 100 times the price of a book for a course on the same subject?
The host discusses the disparity between the cost of online courses and the affordability of books like 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear. This comparison highlights the perceived value of structured learning experiences versus accessible literature on personal development.
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Alchemy
Rory Sutherland

The host discusses how people's willingness to pay for experiences, like courses, often exceeds that for books, despite the similar outcomes they p…

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Atomic Habits
James Clear

The host discusses the disparity between the cost of online courses and the affordability of books like 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear. This compar…

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