What a 19-Cent Bic Pen Can Teach You About the Psychology of Desire

What a 19-Cent Bic Pen Can Teach You About the Psychology of Desire. What does a 19-cent Bic pen have in common with Hermès? Learn why consumer brands need to stop selling benefits and start romancing the production story.
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