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Musings of a Design Economist
Perception
Perception shapes economic reality in developing nations through mechanisms that extend far beyond traditional market forces. The ways...
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The Stories That Shape Our Economy: Understanding Narrative Economics
Imagine hearing stories about ordinary people striking it rich by buying a $10 cryptocurrency that became worth thousands, or learning...
7 min read
The Igbo Apprenticeship System: An AI-Era Solution to the Entry-Level Jobs Crisis
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, one of the most pressing challenges facing both developed and developing nations...
4 min read
Digital Ethnography in Developing Nations
When we talk about digital transformation in developing nations, we often fall into the trap of viewing it through the lens of only...
3 min read
The Cartoon Advantage
When children in developing countries watch cartoons, something a tad bit unexpected happens beyond entertainment. Economic opportunity...
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The Power of Social Proof: How Others Shape Our Decisions
Have you ever chosen a restaurant because it was crowded, assuming it must be good? Or felt more inclined to buy a product after seeing...
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How Aesthetics Shape Markets
Ever wonder why suddenly everyone seems to be obsessed with mid-century modern furniture, or why millennial pink took over Instagram for...
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The Power of Design Narratives in Shaping Economic Behavior
In economics, we often think about numbers, charts, and complex mathematical models. But what if I told you that the stories we tell...
2 min read
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