Market research
Marketing is a magnifying glass held to one of the most fascinatingly neurotic aspects of human nature.
In the 1950s, Ford spent a lot of money doing market research to launch the next big thing for cars: The Edsel. It flopped.
From Time magazine:
After the decision was made in 1955, Ford ran more studies to make sure the new car had preci…
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