How much should you reveal to your co-workers

Nudge - Marketing Science Podcast by Phill Agnew

Aug 17, 202625:14Business

In 1997, Miss USA won Miss Universe with one perfectly judged answer. She revealed just enough to charm, but not enough to shock. Harvard professor Leslie John says that's scientifically proven to persuade. Her research...

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