Monday Memo

A Byte of Knowledge

Here's something interesting actor and director Mel Gibson said on Rogan recently...

"I think the first thing you got to do with any film... is to entertain first in some fashion... even if it's a heavy story you have to find some aspect of it that entertains."

And you know what?

This applies to copywriting too.

Look, we all know the goal is to SELL.

But here's the thing...

If your copy reads like a boring product manual, nobody's gonna stick around long enough to pull out their credit card.

You could be selling the most "unsexy" product in the world...

Like accounting software...

Or industrial farming equipment...

But your job is to find that entertaining hook.

That gripping story.

That fascinating angle that makes people lean in and want more.

But remember...

We're not talking about entertainment for entertainment's sake.

Every story, every hook, every head-turning element...

Should move your prospect closer to the sale.

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Something to Ponder

We Asked – AI Answered

Our Question: 

"What is the 'Pygmalion effect' and how does it apply to entrepreneurship or owning a business?"

AI's Answer:

The Pygmalion Effect is a psychological phenomenon where higher expectations lead to improved performance. Coined by psychologist Robert Rosenthal and school principal Lenore Jacobson in the 1960s, the concept stems from their groundbreaking research on how expectations shape outcomes

1. The Original Study:
   • In 1968, Rosenthal and Jacobson conducted a study in a California elementary school.
   • They told teachers that some students were "intellectual bloomers" based on a test (the test results were random).
   • Over the school year, those "bloomers" performed significantly better than their peers—purely because teachers believed in their potential.
   • Key takeaway: Expectations influence behavior, which drives results.
2. How It Works:
   • Beliefs: The leader/teacher's belief in someone's ability influences their actions toward that individual.
   • Behavior: These beliefs translate into subtle cues (more attention, encouragement, and feedback).
   • Performance: The recipient unconsciously internalizes these cues, improving their effort and results.

Application to Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership

1. Leadership and Team Dynamics

• Set High Expectations for Employees:
  • Example: Starbucks founder Howard Schultz famously emphasized belief in his employees' potential, driving their customer-centric culture.
  • Employees perform better when they sense their leader has confidence in their abilities.
• Practical Tip: Regularly communicate belief in your team’s ability to meet challenges. Recognize small wins to reinforce this confidence.
• Real-World Impact: A Gallup study found that businesses with engaged teams are 21% more profitable.

2. Self-Perception as a Leader

• Believe in Your Own Potential:
  • Entrepreneurs often limit themselves by underestimating their own capabilities.
  • Steve Jobs embodied the Pygmalion Effect by setting nearly impossible goals for himself and his teams—and they consistently delivered.
• Practical Tip: Reframe failures as temporary setbacks and maintain high self-expectations to foster resilience.

3. Customer Relationships

• Customer Experience Expectations:
  • Customers act in line with how they believe a brand perceives them.
  • Example: Luxury brands like Rolex and Ritz-Carlton treat customers as VIPs, creating a self-fulfilling cycle where customers act loyal and engaged.
• Practical Tip: Train employees to deliver consistently high-touch service, signaling to customers that they are valued.

4. Scaling and Innovation

• Expect Growth and Success:
  • Businesses that focus on long-term potential (rather than immediate obstacles) are more likely to innovate.
  • Example: Elon Musk's ambitious vision for SpaceX created a culture where employees believe they are solving humanity's biggest problems.
• Practical Tip: Share your ambitious vision with employees and stakeholders to inspire innovation and commitment.

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