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November 20, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Is Green “Clean Enough”? The Perceived Limits of Natural and Sustainable Personal Care Products

Explore the nuanced consumer perceptions of natural and sustainable personal care products, revealing that even ardent advocates of sustainability may have limits in their preferences.

black friday YCCI blog
November 13, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Decoding Black Friday Shopping Behavior: From Impulse Buys to Thoughtful Choices

Explore the psychology of consumer behavior to uncover what drives shoppers from impulsive purchases to thoughtful choices, shedding light on System 1's allure, shopping momentum, opportunity costs, and the importance of lasting value in consumer

ANA Speakers at Evans Hall
November 07, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Connecting with Consumers in a Changing World: YCCI and ANA Host Growth Through Marketing Conference

On Friday, October 13th, the Yale Center for Customer Insights partnered with the Association of National Advertisers Educational Foundation to host over 150 industry professionals and students at the Growth Through Marketing Conference.

illusion of choice
October 18, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Challenging Assumptions: The Theory of Choice and Control

For more than 40 years, researchers have believed that giving people a choice makes them think they are more likely to achieve a positive outcome.

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October 16, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Beyond the Game: LPGA’s Matthew Chmura (Yale SOM ’18) on The Power of Emotional Connections in Sports

The Ladies’ Professional Golf Association’s first chief marketing executive spoke to students during this year’s Colloquium on Marketing Leadership, reflecting on his career in sports marketing. Here’s how it went down.

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October 09, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Splurge or Save: Navigating Brand Choices Amid Inflation

In the face of recent economic challenges, consumers still find moments to indulge in name-brand food and beverage products.

Daniel Joseph
September 22, 2023 MBA Blog

Internship Spotlight: Daniel Joseph ’24, Nike, Inc.

Daniel Joseph ’24 says participating in the YCCI Discovery Project provided the solid foundation in marketing he needed to succeed in a summer internship with Nike’s Global Consumer Insights Organization.

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September 21, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Unpacking the Climate Change Communication Challenge

Understanding the Behavioral Science Behind Climate Change Persuasion

Leigh and goop boss Tyler
August 17, 2023 MBA Blog

Internship Spotlight: Leigh Bushnell ’24, Goop

Leigh Bushnell ’24 discusses leaning heavily on her behavioral economics coursework during her internship at the beauty and wellness brand. 

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August 08, 2023 Center for Customer Insights Blog

Getting Sustainability to Stick: Driving Long-term Habits in Consumers

New research from Yale SOM Professor Ravi Dhar and colleagues shows that climate friendly reminders work best when placed in the early part of a consumer's decision-making process.