>Making uncommon choices is a sign of expertise, because one has to be somewhat more knowledgeable about a domain to know of the existence of uncommon choices.

>Making uncommon choices is a sign of expertise, because one has to be somewhat more knowledgeable about a domain to know of the existence of uncommon choices. This makes those choices easier to sell through flattery and/or the appeal of being an insider and getting a special deal. That's a very insightful observation. Thanks!