Person

Clark Hull

Psychologist — originated the goal gradient hypothesis

Psychologist whose 1930s research first demonstrated that people (and animals) accelerate effort as they approach a goal, rather than maintaining steady effort throughout. Referenced, not interviewed, in this episode. See Goal Gradient Effect.

Discussed in

  • Episode 31 — 31- SaaS Startups- 8 Hacks To Grow Your Brand
  • Episode 201 — 201-how-messi-used-psychology-to-become-great (re-cited, rat-maze studies)

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