http://disqus.com/people/faa12b9f23ccaf009c4093bae7a4e7ea/enSat, 16 Dec 2006 22:58:53 -0000http://attentionmax.disqus.com/to_market_to_people_you_also_must_market_to_algorithims/#comment-1745761I would consider Amazon a major influence in my purchasing. I rarely leave that site without adding a book or toy for the kids to the wishlist.<br><br>Also, the grocery store coupons can influence what I buy. I buy cold medicine and Tylenol and they give me a coupon for Kleenex. I run back and get some Kleenex.<br><br>We consult Consumer Reports before we make any major purchases.<br><br>I hadn't thought of it before, but the maps that rate trails at the parks by the degree of difficulty will influence which trail I hike. <br><br>I also choose field trips for the kids based on my own algorithm where I rate the tone of the literature - family vs. adult oriented, the distance from home, and the cost. <br><br>I'm sure there are quite a few more. I'll be thinking about this for awhile.SherrySat, 16 Dec 2006 22:58:53 -0000