EPISODE · Apr 1, 2022 · 14 MIN
MBA2017 Does Scarcity Actually Get More Sales? + Free Ride Friday
from The $100 MBA Show · host Omar Zenhom
Act now!As consumers, we’re told this all the time by people trying to get sales. If you don’t buy ASAP, you’ll miss out on a great deal, or even the chance to buy altogether.But is it…bull? Is scarcity just another manipulative tool used by unscrupulous salespeople? More importantly, is scarcity a tool you should use? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) can be a powerful motivator. But is it effective — and ethical?Today, we explore the concept, and how to execute it without feeling gross.Scarcity, when genuine, is not a trick. It’s a reality you’re letting your customers in on, potentially to their genuine advantage. By dropping the games and offering people a truly win-win scenario, you can use the scarcity principle to boost sales in an honest way.Find out how — Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Act now! As consumers, we’re told this all the time by people trying to get sales. If you don’t buy ASAP, you’ll miss out on a great deal, or even the chance to buy altogether.
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