Book readers emotional analysis

I am 2x founder working on the next problem that I am looking to solve. My hypothesis is that we are seeing a strong decline in number of people who read books. There are various readons behind it. I am listing them one by one 1. Stuffed Bookshelf: Lot of people who loved to read buy a book, but end up stuffing them in bookshelf. Once the bookshelf is fully stuffed they are not anle to buy more, hence they stop reading. 2. Sharing of book leads to losing ownership: For many people who have lot of books, when share their books with friends/family/colleagues the chances of them getting the book back is tends to 0 3. Experience across reading is broken: when reading from paperback, they are not able to make notes, highlight paras and reloook at them later woth context, not able to track bookmarks etc 4. Because of discontinuity across all the medium of book reading user shift from one medium to another, but is not able to stick to one medium for long. I would love to hear thoughts from people of community and understand why are you not reading books? What according to you is challenge ? TIA! All those who share their inputs will get a month subscription free of my book subscription app!

What are you reading or listening currently? Am into investonomy books nowadays.

Just wanted to check people’s views on books via audibles. I somehow feel that I retain less of the books that I heard vs read. You may retain the stories broadly but not so much the critical words or phrases.

I'm definitely not engaging with any answers that don't have a "Why". Regardless, my answer would be... Napoleon, The French Emperor and Military Commander "The battlefield is a scene of constant chaos. The winner will be the one who controls that chaos, both his own and the enemy's." I've been watching a few documentaries on his military tactics. His innovative tactics and organisational reforms revolutionised warfare, setting the standard for modern military operations. His military campaigns, known as the Napoleonic Wars, reshaped the map of Europe and influenced military thought for generations. Personally, the battle at Austerlitz remains to be the best showcasing Napoleon's tactical brilliance and audacious maneuvering. In the midst of a freezing December day, his Army faced the combined forces of the Russian and Austrian empires atop the icy Lake Satschan. With the enemy mistakenly believing his right flank was weak, Napoleon executed a deception, withdrawing his troops to lure the Allies onto the fragile ice. As the ice cracked and creaked beneath their weight, the French unleashed their firepower, shattering the frozen surface and sending thousands of enemy soldiers plunging into the icy waters, resulting in multiple casualties and ultimately victory. Napoleon's rise from humble beginnings to becoming Emperor and his eventual downfall at the Battle of Waterloo is a legendary story of ambition and power.

What was the last book you read? I read "Doglapan" by Ashneer Grover while travelling in the Metro from Gurgaon to Delhi. What was the last book you read?

This is coming from a guy I know you dont get asked this question as most people assume that you have more options than men so its easier to make the switch. But having options "may" not always make things easier. Every bond is different. And most mature women never go for temporary validations (rebounds, intoxications etc) Would love to hear about the triggers that follow, and their respective coping mechanisms Open up ladies !!! Stanley Hudson is curious

#1/15 Sharing Book Summary Top Five Principles of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini 1. Principle of Reciprocity Humans value balance and dislike feeling indebted. When someone gives you a gift, you feel compelled to return the favor. In business, this can be seen in restaurants where a small mint given with the bill can increase tips by 3%. If the waiter adds a personal touch, tips can increase by 23%. To use this principle, be the first to give and make your gesture personalized and unexpected. 2. Principle of Scarcity People want what is rare or in limited supply. For example, imagine a popular concert with only a few tickets left. When people hear that tickets are almost sold out, they rush to buy them, fearing they'll miss out. This urgency and exclusivity drive demand. In business, create a sense of urgency by highlighting limited availability or exclusive offers to encourage quick decision-making. 3. Principle of Consensus People follow the actions of others. In hotels, signs asking guests to reuse towels for environmental reasons achieve 34% compliance. Changing the message to "8 out of 10 guests reuse their towels" increases compliance to 52%. Leverage social proof by showcasing how many others have made the same choice. 4. Principle of Authority People are more likely to be influenced by those who are authoritative and knowledgeable. For example, dentists in white coats endorse toothpaste, and renowned movie directors promote the camera capabilities of mobile phones. Authority and credibility build trust, making people more likely to follow their advice. 5.Principle of Liking People are more likely to be influenced by those they like. According to Cialdini's research, MBA students who discussed personal interests before negotiating reached agreements 90% of the time, compared to 55% for those who got straight to business.

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