TLDR Founders · STRATEGIES & TACTICS

EFFORT JUSTIFICATION

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Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

We view outcomes more favorably when we've invested time or effort into achieving them. Brands can leverage this by requiring effort that makes the value feel "earned," like Duolingo's rewards system or Costco's paid memberships. Creating experiences that demand investment can lead to more satisfied, loyal customers who believe their decision was worth it.