Social Strategy4 MIN READ
Level 3
The First-Order Shield
Order first to prevent 'social calorie contagion'.
Studies show people often mirror the calorie density of the group's orders. By speaking first, you set the anchor for the table and avoid being swayed by the person who orders the deep-fried appetizer platter.
Execution Tips
- ⊕Scout the menu online before arriving.
- ⊕Be the first to speak when the waiter arrives.
- ⊕State your order confidently to avoid follow-up suggestions.
Cautions
- ⊗Don't be a 'food snob'; just order and move the conversation along.
Quick Summary
Complexity
Low to Medium
Time to results
Immediate
Unethical Level
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