The Divided Brain: Understanding Human Behaviour in Branding and Business

Decoding How We ThinkThis isn't just a book about branding-it's a guide to the hidden operating system behind human behaviour.The Divided Brain introduces a simple yet powerful metaphor rooted in neuroscience: our minds are driven by two distinct but interlocking systems-the fast, emotional Old Brain and the slower, rational New Brain. Every decision your customers make, every instinct your team follows, and every reaction you encounter in a negotiation or pitch stems from the constant tension between these two mental gears.Once you learn to spot which brain is in control, the fog lifts. What once seemed irrational becomes understandable. Sudden client reversals, hesitations in sales calls, or why one brand sticks while another flops-it all starts to make sense.Blending behavioural science with decades of real-world brand strategy, this book offers a practical lens for decoding people-not in theory, but in boardrooms, campaigns, workshops, and high-stakes conversations. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or trying to craft messages that move people, you'll learn how to speak to the deeper instincts that actually drive decisions-because logic alone rarely wins hearts or wallets.By the final chapter, you won't just understand how the brain works-you'll be using that insight to lead smarter, connect deeper, and build brands that truly resonate. The Divided Brain is your field guide to what really moves people. If you've ever tried to make sense of what doesn't make sense, start here.

Pagina's: 286, Paperback, Larche Communications Inc.