Quote:Wharton economist and market designer Judd Kessler pulls back the curtain on hidden markets that determine who gets what in everyday life-and how to tip the scales in your favor.
"Who knew cutting-edge economics could be so fun - and so useful? Witty and entertaining, Lucky by Design is essential reading before your next job hunt, school application, or even dinner reservation." -Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, economist and New York Times bestselling author of Everybody Lies
What's the secret to scoring a reservation at a hot new restaurant? When should you enter a lottery to increase your odds of winning? Why did your neighbor's kid get into a nearby preschool while yours didn't? Who gets priority for a life-saving organ donation?
These outcomes are not a matter of luck. Instead, they depend on how we navigate hidden markets that arise to decide who gets what when many of us...

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