One of the small joys, and also a nuisance, when you operate online are the emails from people who just want to use you. You should be familiar with the principle of reciprocity. If not, watch this short animated video on the 6 principles of influence that made Robert Cialdini famous. If you don’t want […]
Ah yes, the subtle art of persuasion.
Persuasive techniques to get into the minds of others so you can sell them your ideas, your products, or your services.
Persuasive techniques include simple things, like a genuine smile across your face, to help you get agreement. They also involve the more complex understandings of the unconscious processes behind the groups and individuals you want to influence.
Negotiation skills are different than group presentation skills. Covert persuasion techniques used in face-to-face selling are different than persuasive writing techniques. Yet, all of them involve using persuasive language patterns, influencing skills, and psychological techniques in unique ways.
Below are articles (from most recent to oldest) on persuasive techniques to help you increase your influence skills in whatever area you’re searching.
Read around. If you don’t find something about the persuasive techniques you’re looking for, just contact me with your questions and I’ll do what I can to help.
Altered States, Good Or Bad?Read More
Today is the anniversary of Franz Mesmer’s birth. Mesmer is the man behind Mesmerism. Mesmer believed all animals, including us human animals, have a magnetic “fluid” that flowed through our bodies. He called it “Animal Magnetism.” His process was to use this magnetic flow for healing. He would pass his hands over individuals to work […]
A Word Is Like A Handle On A SuitcaseRead More
All the problems we have with other people come down to communication. Those who are the best at selling and influencing others are the best at communication. Don’t you love that? Communication. What does that word mean? And that is the heart of the problem. The word is packed with meaning. You have a definition […]
Alzheimers At The Dog ParkRead More
I was watching my puppy at the dog park when two ladies walked in and asked to sit next to me. The older lady started to sit and the younger silently mouthed to me, “She has Alzheimers.” The younger lady stood up and walked around playing with her dog. Lilly, the lady with Alzheimers, and […]
What Do You Value More: Time or Money?Read More
I have a question for you. Do you know how many dead people are buried at your cemetery? The answer: They’re all dead. Thank you. I have more bad jokes, just ask. Yesterday I was at the grocery store. I finished putting all my groceries on the belt when I realized I made a grave […]
I Am Not A CrookRead More
Yesterday all us Star Wars geeks were saying, “May the 4th be with you.” Today is May 5th. Cinco de Mayo. It’s a big celebration here in the US. I heard it’s not as celebrated in Mexico, even though it signifies their victory over the French. I’ve never cared. Like most reasons for people to […]
