A Quote by Nir Eyal

When designers intentionally trick users into inviting friends or blasting a message to their social networks, they may see some initial growth, but it comes at the expense of users' goodwill and trust. When people discover they've been duped, they vent their frustration and stop using the product.

Nir Eyal

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Nir Eyal
American - Author
Born: February 19, 1980

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