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It Pays to Pick a Side
Published 9 days ago • 2 min read
Ben & Jerry’s lost masses of customers when they stopped selling ice cream in occupied Palestinian territories. But they gained millions more. Most companies would freak out at even considering such a divisive stance. Ben & Jerry’s believed something deeper: taking a clear position attracts fierce loyalty from people who share your values, even if it repels others. This politically charged example shows a counterintuitive truth about building product loyalty. The brands customers defend most...
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