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I wasn’t super interested in this item.  But seeing this …

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… increased my interest level 10%.

Why this is a clever tactic– no one really ever buys 4 units in one order but seeing a purchase limit has a psychological sway on the subconscious mind.

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Scarcity is always a good motivator…I’m curious if sites like ebay have contributed to our collective online-scarcity-anxiety.

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I’m sure they have 🙂

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It is amazing how offering a limited number can instantly generate a feeling of increased worth and make people want the item more. It creates the concept of exclusivity, something many people want.

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That’s exactly right, well said.

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