The Authority Loan — Permission Engines trigger illustration
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PERMISSION ENGINES

THE AUTHORITY LOAN

MECHANISM

Borrow credibility from an authoritative source to permit an indulgence or choice.

? THE QUESTION

"Whose permission would make them feel justified?"

▶ PROCESS

Work through these questions to generate ideas:

  1. What expert endorsement changes the equation?
  2. What institution's blessing do they secretly want?
  3. What authority figure can give the green light?
  4. What unexpected validator shifts perception?

★ EXAMPLES

Ideas in this space might look like:

  • Dessert endorsed by nutritionists as 'acceptable indulgence'
  • Video game validated by psychologists for stress relief
  • Fast food with a chef's kiss from a Michelin-starred name
  • Energy drink 'approved' by sleep scientists for the right occasions

⚡ HOW IT WORKS

Your Product
YOUR PRODUCT
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THE QUESTION
"Whose permission would make them feel justified?"
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Breakthrough Idea
BREAKTHROUGH IDEA

REAL WORLD EXAMPLES

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"Whose permission would make them feel justified?"