Lewis Howes explains the broken windows theory: visible disorder like graffiti and litter signals that no one's in charge, which leads to more crime. European studies show how small signs of neglect can spiral into bigger problems.
Do you know what the broken windows theory is? No. If you see broken windows or graffiti or litter, it suggests that people aren't paying attention and you can steal or commit crimes. They've done these studies in Europe. They'll have a mailbox. The mailbox will have a package sticking out with a five dollar euro. And they're looking to see who steals the bill. If the mailbox has no graffiti, 10% of people steal the bill. But if the mailbox has graffiti on it, 30% of people steal it.
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