Trojan Horse pattern illustration

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Trojan Horse

Lead with something they already want, then reveal the bigger opportunity inside

Category
Persuasion
Structure
The Obvious Win (What They Want) -> The Hidden Opportunity -> The Bigger Vision
Best for
Upselling, expanding scope, introducing new initiatives
Source
Strategic framing / Foot-in-door technique
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Definition What is it?

Lead with something they already want, then reveal the bigger opportunity inside

Structure How is it structured?

The Obvious Win (What They Want) -> The Hidden Opportunity -> The Bigger Vision

Best fit When does it fit best?

Upselling, expanding scope, introducing new initiatives

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