The 1% Use Case: How the Stuff that's not Used Much Dominates the World Economy

By Joseph Wright

Walk into your garage, peek into your cupboards, or look at your own smartphone - you'll quickly find an army of the underutilized. We acquire countless tools, gadgets, vehicles, and accessories, often at significant expense, only for them to spend the vast majority of their functional lives dormant. This is the "1% Use Case" the pervasive phenomenon of how so much of what we own is used for just a fraction of its potential. From cars parked 95% of the time to specialized kitchen appliances gathering dust after an initial burst of enthusiasm, this book delves into the quiet landscape of our possessions that are always ready but rarely deployed.

This widespread underutilization is far more than a personal quirk; it's a powerful force shaping our world. This book explores the fascinating psychology behind why we buy what we barely use, uncovering the influence of "just in case" thinking, aspirational marketing, and feature creep. It reveals the immense economic weight of these idle assets, from distorted markets and tied-up capital to the booming storage industry built on our excess. Furthermore, it uncovers the significant environmental footprint of producing goods destined for dormancy and the hidden costs of clutter on our time, space, and mental well-being. Discover how the things that are not used much paradoxically dominate the global economy and our lives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FB9873N8
• ISBN13: 9798285650973
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"