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Master the Art of Business - by Josh Kaufman, founder of PersonalMBA.com

Social Proof

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What is “Social Proof”?

“If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.” — Anatole France, Nobel Prize–winning novelist and poet

Key Points:

  • Social Proof is the process through which the actions of other individuals tell us that it’s ok to behave in a certain way.
  • When a situation is ambiguous, we learn by watching the behavior of others.
  • Testimonials are an effective form of Social Proof to increase sales. The most effective testimonials are the ones that mirror the feelings of your prospects.
  • Add Social Proof to your offers to increase your sales.

Questions for Consideration:

  • What could you do to show your prospects proof that other people had a good experience with your offer?
  • How can you send social signals that it’s safe to buy?

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