Scarcity Effect: The Allure of Limited Availability - Deepstash

Scarcity Effect: The Allure of Limited Availability

The perception of scarcity increases the value we attribute to something, making it more desirable.

  1. Have you ever been influenced by the perception of scarcity when making purchasing decisions? How did it impact your choices?
  2. How can you develop a mindset that focuses on the intrinsic value of things rather than being swayed by their scarcity?

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As an engineer with an official degree in software engineering, I am primarily interested in science and technology. I enjoy reading literature of many genres, and I especially like those from human behavior, sociology, history, and, should I say, science

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