Sociologyspeaking topic
The moment a product is labeled 'limited edition', people want it more. Scarcity changes nothing about the product's quality, so why does it inflame desire?
— the scarcity principle / perceived value
practice with this topic
Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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