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EPISODE · Aug 23, 2026 · 3 MIN

Designing #1165

from From Chad · host Chad Smith

Relying on willpower alone is ineffective; instead, design systems that make desired behaviors easy and undesired behaviors difficult. John Patterson’s success with the cash register registered exemplifies this principal, as it eliminated employee theft by making it harder and more visible. By focusing on system, design, individuals can achieve their goals without constant reliance on willpower.

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