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What does it mean?
Marketing often tricks people into thinking they are unique rebels, but society is structured to favor conformity and followers.
In plain terms
Campaigns make people think they are unique, but the world needs followers not non-followers.
What can you take from it?
Be skeptical of claims that you are a unique rebel.

Where it applies

  • advertising
  • social media
  • career choices

Putting it to work

  • question marketing claims
  • assess real impact

Questions to consider

  • Are you truly independent?
  • Who benefits from your choices?

Another view

Some non-conformists do drive innovation and change.

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