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11 February 2020

Principle of the day

Social proof

Under uncertainty, people observe others’ behavior; social proof must be truthful, current and relevant to the audience.

Robert CialdiniAmerican psychologist and author on social influenceSource: Principles of Persuasion

Quote of the dayplanning

Plans are nothing; planning is everything.

Dwight D. Eisenhower34th U.S. President, Supreme Allied Commander in EuropeAttributed

Quote of the dayleadership

Patience is a virtue, and I’m learning patience. It’s a tough lesson.

Elon MuskFounder of SpaceX and CEO of TeslaAttributedView profile: Tesla

Principle of the day

Pareto principle (80/20 rule)

The Pareto principle states that a minority of causes often accounts for a majority of effects; in marketing, identify the customers, channels and actions with the greatest impact.

Vilfredo ParetoItalian economist associated with the 80/20 principleSource: Applying the Pareto Principle in Your Marketing—the 80/20 Rule

Quote of the daybrand purpose

People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it.

Simon SinekBritish-American author and speaker known for the “Start With Why” conceptSource: How great leaders inspire action

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