by Anuj Rathi
A framework derived from Scott Belsky that posits modern internet consumers possess three inherent attributes: they are Lazy (no time/patience), Vain (driven by ego/habit/social standing), and Selfish (need immediate 'what's in it for me'). Product onboarding and marketing must solve for these to capture attention.
Core Principles
- 1.Lazy: Users will not spend time figuring out your UI; reduce friction to zero.
- 2.Vain: Users have existing habits and egos; the product must make them look good or fit their identity.
- 3.Selfish: Users don't care about your features; they care about their own benefit immediately.
"You have to think about users on modern internet consumers having three attributes. So they are lazy, they are vain, and they're selfish."