Aesthetic Intelligence by Pauline Brown Summary
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Discover "the other AI" - aesthetic intelligence - from luxury titan Pauline Brown. Endorsed by Whole Foods CEO John Mackey, this Harvard-taught framework reveals how sensory experiences create business advantage in a commoditized world. What if delighting customers' senses is your untapped competitive edge?
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The Beauty Advantage: Why Sensory Intelligence Matters
Have you ever wondered why you're willing to pay $37 for a Chanel lipstick when a $6 Revlon contains nearly identical ingredients? The answer lies in what Pauline Brown calls "aesthetic intelligence" - our ability to understand, interpret and articulate feelings evoked through sensory experiences. In today's digital-saturated world, this "other AI" isn't just a luxury - it's becoming essential for business survival. While 85% of purchase decisions are driven by how products make us feel, most companies remain fixated on features and functions, creating a dangerous disconnect. The businesses that thrive understand a fundamental truth: in a world where people don't need more stuff, they desperately crave beauty, meaning, and sensory richness. This isn't about conventional "good taste" but about creating experiences that resonate on a deeper emotional level - something that can transform ordinary products into objects of desire and everyday transactions into memorable moments.
Awakening Our Dormant Senses
The Power of Brand Codes and Sensory Design
Aesthetic Solutions to Business Challenges
The Art of Curation: Making Meaningful Choices
Cultivating Your Aesthetic Intelligence
The Future Belongs to the Aesthetically Intelligent
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
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