On the appeal of prostitutes, consultants and Starbucks

re: On the appeal of prostitutes, consultants and Starbucks

Sir Winston — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:13:19 GMT

Brilliant post. I pay extra to have my hair cut by someone who doesn't ask me whether or not I have plans for the weekend.

re: On the appeal of prostitutes, consultants and Starbucks

steve booth — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:48:46 GMT

hey Rory,

Great title and great post. I like Freakonomics and the way they look at things, just as you do in this post.

I also agree with you that we don't always want a relationship with a business, and the "mom and pop" local corner store isn't always the best model, especially if I need to purchase a box of "male protective sleeves." I don't want to buy them from someone I know! :) ~ Steve Booth

re: On the appeal of prostitutes, consultants and Starbucks

Mark Cadbury — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:39:47 GMT

It's a sad reflection of today's society that people avoid personal service. Emailing and texting are now preferred to a phone call or face-to-face meeting. However, having worked at both Microsoft and Vodafone I have seen the advantages to their share prices. Rory, I would refer you to the blog where you referenced a Richer Hi-fi retail experience as being wonderful.

re: On the appeal of prostitutes, consultants and Starbucks

Christos Solomi — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:25:36 GMT

Hugging a car mechanic might not be such a bad idea. Quickly establishing some kind of emotional bond may mean you don't walk away with an engine overhaul when all you needed was some wiper fluid.

Having said that, if you happen to have grown up on a small mediterranean island such as my native Cyprus, he probably is your long lost brother.