Persuasion Tactics for Increased Sales and Signups
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POWERFUL PERSUASION TACTICS FOR INCREASED SALES AND SIGNUPS.
Lauren Martin www.sitemotif.com
Persuasion versus Usability
Usability makes it easier for someone to do something, it makes it useable.
Persuasion is behind the persons motivation to do that thing in the first place.
At every barrier in usability there must be more motivation to complete the task than the effort required to complete it.
Why persuasion works
Because it provides proven shortcuts for us that reduces our already maxed out daily cognitive load.
We have learned these automatic fixed-action patterns. It’s a very efficient way of behaving as it reduces the need to analyze our every decision.
How does that help me?
So how can I use persuasion to Push the sale? Get new customers? And Increase customer loyality?
Contrast PrinciplePerception based on what is presented immediately prior providing a contrast.
Contrast Principle
ReciprocationObligation to repay favors.
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Reciprocation
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Reject then Retreat
Uses contrast principle, concession is a favor, therefore you return favor by complying with retreat.
Request…
Then…
Retreat
Motivation Challenges Experimentati
on Clear Goals Strong
Feedback Competition Reward Recognition
Make it Easy to Experiment
Provide Clear Goals
Challenges & Reward
Encourage Exploration
Commitment & Consistency Once we make a choice,
we will commit to it. Public written commitments
are strongest Many small commitments
can change our self image
Low-ball Tactic Foot-in-the-door Ask someone to watch your
stuff
Public Commitments
Written Commitments
Commitment to a Product
Lowballing
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Social Proof
We look to the actions of others for examples.
“fast-selling” “most popular” Number sold The more people, the better. Long lines Customer testimonials Ratings and Reviews
Social Proof
Social Proof
Social Proof with Similar People
Liking We’re more likely to comply
with those we like. Physical attractiveness Suckers to flattery Want people to cooperate with
us Familiarity with things Conditioning Positive association Similarity, “just like us”
People Who are Like Us
Working Together
Familiarity
Flattery
Scarcity
Limited availability
Fear of loss Deadlines Competition exclusivity.
Exclusivity
Scarcity on Overstock.com
Scarcity
Supply & Demand / Exclusivity
Choices
Don’t have too many similar options When your options get smaller gradually,
you are more likely to make a choice. Too many options overwhelm.
Reduce Options
Reduce Visible Options
Organize Options
Help them make a choice
What is it you want to do?
Push the Sale? One day sales, timeline on offer Limited edition items, short supply Show positive reviews by other customers Show similar purchases by similar customers Provide a reason, “because” you deserve it Show it in comparison, you might like this instead Provide gifts with purchase Show how many other people made this purchase Frame it right, not “Still 10 left” but “Only 10 more”
instead of “only one payment of 49.95” use “only 3 payments of 16.65”
Prominance, this is front page stuff
What is it you want to do?
Get new customers? Offer free trials, and gifts through promotions Give current customers discounts for
recommending friends New customer only discounted rates Attract attention with bright colors, and pretty
people Show how many others are doing this, using this
service, buying this product Associate your produt or service with other positive
feelings and images Resolve suspicions, show there is no “catch”
What is it you want to do?
Increase Customer Loyalty & Membership? Customer Rewards and Frequent Buyer Punch Cards Exclusive invite only offers Access to pre-sale discounts Free or discounted shipping for members Give incentives and challenges towards rewards,
frequent flyer miles Encourage exploration, you might also like our other
offerings, cross sell and upsell Good defaults, automatically enroll me when I sign up Feedback, you this close to your free gift, do this to
get there Ask for commitments, leave a review for us on your
new product
Good Resources on Persuasion
InfluenceThe Psychology of Persuasion By: Robert Cialdini
Neuro Web DesignWhat makes them click? By: Susan Weinschenk
More Resources…
Design with Intent Toolkit: http://architectures.danlockton.co.uk/2009/04/06/the-design-with-intent-toolkit/
Mind Bites: http://www.will-lion.com/mindbites/
Persuasive Design by Sebastian Deterding: http://www.slideshare.net/dings/persuasive-web-design-how-to-separate-users-from-their-bad-behaviours