In this brilliant study of the strange recesses of our minds, Adam Alter reveals the world is full of such hidden forces that shape our every thought, feeling and behaviour – without us ever realizing.
- Some letters in product names make us more likely to buy them (nearly all successful brands contain a 'k' sound)
- We're more likely to be critical if we write in red rather than green biro
- Your first report at school can determine your future career
Understanding these cues is key to smarter decision-making, more effective marketing, and better outcomes for our selves and our societies. Prepare for the most astounding and fast-paced psychology book since Blink and Predictably Irrational.