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Great Books That Grow You: Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

Rich Gee Group

In his seminal book, "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion," Dr. Robert Cialdini examines these mental shortcuts and identifies six universal principles that influence our decision-making process. I frequently recommend this book to my clients — it packs a powerful punch to improve persuasion skills.

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Robert Cialdini on “The Six Principles of Influence”

First Friday Book Synopsis

The Six Principles of Influence (also known as the “Six Weapons of Influence”) were introduced in Cialdini’s book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion (1984). A revised edition was published in 2006.

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Just to whet your appetite… book selections for upcoming months – (Clayton Christensen; Robert Cialdini; Tim Ferris; and other authors)

First Friday Book Synopsis

Tomorrow, at the October 7 First Friday Book Synopsis: I loved the book I am presenting: The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly.

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First Look: Leadership Books for September 2016

Leading Blog

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in September. Pre-Suasion : A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdini. Managing in the Gray : Five Timeless Questions for Resolving Your Toughest Problems at Work by Joseph L. Badaracco Jr.

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Pre-Suasion by Robert Cialdini; Competing Against Luck by Clayton Christensen – Coming for the November 4 First Friday Book Synopsis

First Friday Book Synopsis

12 times a year, 24 books a year, the First Friday Book Synopsis is the place to learn the key content of very good, always useful, business shaping (and life shaping) business books.

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Pre-Suasion is November 4 Book Synopsis Selection

First Friday Book Synopsis

At our November 4 First Friday Book Synopsis, I will present the blockbuster best-seller entitled Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdini (Simon & Schuster, 2016). This book has been on the Wall Street Journal business-best selling list for two consecutive weeks.

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The Best Leadership Books of 2016

Leading Blog

Posner have written a new book that examines a fundamental question: How do people learn leadership? The book offers a concrete framework to help individuals of all levels, functions, and backgrounds take charge of their own leadership development and become the best leaders they can be. Kouzes and Barry Z. Blog Post ). Blog Post ).

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