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Zeigarnik Effect
We remember incomplete tasks better because we tend to recall events that are more negative than positive as a result of prospect theory.
For Example
Most soap opera episodes frequently conclude with cliffhangers. This lack of resolution keeps viewers motivated to watch the next episode, often leading to binge-watching television series.
Similar Biases
Goal Gradient Theory
We tend to remember tasks and goals that are not completed.

The Impact of Task Interruption on Memory Recall: Zeigarnik's Findings
In the original studies conducted by Bluma Zeigarnik, participants were divided into two groups. Both groups were assigned a series of tasks to complete. The first group was allowed to finish the tasks without any interruptions, while the second group experienced interruptions approximately midway through the tasks. Subsequently, participants were asked to recall both the completed and uncompleted tasks. The findings revealed that participants were significantly more likely to remember the interrupted (incomplete) tasks compared to those they had completed.

The Recall Advantage of Unsolved Anagrams: A Study on Memory Retention
In another study, participants were given a limited amount of time to solve a series of anagrams. After attempting each anagram, participants who could not solve it within the allocated time were provided with the correct answer. Later, participants were asked to recall the answers to the anagrams. The results indicated that participants were more likely to remember the anagrams they could not solve compared to those they had answered correctly.

Persistence in Task Completion Despite Interruptions: A Study on Spatial Reasoning
In a similar study, researchers assigned participants a spatial reasoning task and interrupted them before they could complete it. Participants were then given the option to continue working on the puzzle, despite being told that the experiment was "over." Remarkably, 86% of participants chose to stay and finish the task, even though there was no incentive for completion or further participation.
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Affected Problems
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Timed interruptions in a customer's journey, especially following periods of no interaction, can effectively motivate the customer to complete the journey.
Challenges
Customer Experience Pillars
Application Touchpoints
Interfaces where it can be applied most efficiently
Use Cases
Check the use cases to inspire the application of this behavioral bias

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SAAS Properties. Embedding Customer Experience Vision through Structured Training Development

SAAS Properties. Enhancing Operational Efficiency through Process Mapping

SAAS Properties. Streamlining Complaint Management through an Escalation Strategy

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SAAS Properties. Elevating Customer Experience (CX) through Touchpoint Analysis and Mystery Audits.

Wasl Properties. Transforming Customer Experience with In-Depth Touchpoint Audits.

Versace. Elevating CX through Mystery Shopping Audits.

SODIC. Enhancing Customer Experience (CX) through Site Visits and Mystery Shopping Audits.

Swarovski. Boosting retail CX through mystery shopping strategy & audits

Nudging customers to book services and attend their ladies salon appointments

Emaar Properties. Transforming conversion power, experience & design of a property sales kiosk
Chalhoub Group. Transforming internal culture through a group-wide CX Academy

Reel Cinemas. Complementing journeys & operations with a new cinema info screen UI

Chalhoub Group. Putting customer experience in the center of fashion & beauty retail

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Transforming group-wide customer experience in Emaar Properties

Level Shoes Behavioral & Customer Experience Transformation

Dubai Properties Real Estate Customer Experience Transformation

Provis & Khidmah: Designing & refreshing the complaint escalation matrix

Aldar Group Customer Experience Transformation

Emaar Customer Happiness Center CX Design & Transformation

Transforming Free Zone Customer Journeys, Processeses and Systems
Renascence Advice
When leveraging the Zeigarnik effect, it's crucial to consider both its benefits and potential pitfalls. On the positive side, the Zeigarnik effect can significantly enhance customer engagement by increasing motivation to complete tasks, thereby improving retention and conversion rates. It can help in breaking down larger goals into manageable steps, keeping customers actively involved in their journey. However, it is essential to be mindful of the ethical implications. Misuse of the Zeigarnik effect by creating unnecessary interruptions or complexity can lead to customer frustration and anxiety, potentially damaging their trust in your brand. Ethical implementation should aim to support and motivate customers without causing undue stress or manipulation. By ensuring that interruptions and task segmentation are used genuinely to enhance the customer experience, we can build a more trustworthy and effective relationship with our clients.
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