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Decision Making Scenarios

Coaching Tip

Cialdini, author of "The Psychology of Persuasion" (William Morrow, 1993). Becoming aware of how we perceive others and our unique identity (our intangibles of assumptions/beliefs, values, vision and guiding principles along with our signature talents) help us to make conscious choices. Barzerman & Neale. The Antidote. Status-Quo.

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A Culture of Trust

Coaching Tip

Cialdini, author of The Psychology of Persuasion (William Morrow, 1993). "One of the most potent of the weapons of influence around us is the rule for reciprocation. The rule says that we should try to repay, in kind, what another person has provided us." Robert B. Source: Paul J. Related articles.

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Focusing on Your Life Signature

Coaching Tip

To clearly define your areas of brilliance, ask yourself a few questions and take some self-assessments. Here are some places to go gain self-knowledge about what you do best: For a directory of self-assessments, go to: [link]. John G Agno: Women, Know Thyself: The most important knowledge is self-knowledge.

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Givers give without expectation of immediate return.

Coaching Tip

Traditionally the thinking has been that employers should appeal to workers’ more obvious forms of self-interest: financial incentives, yes, but also work that is inherently interesting or offers the possibility for career advancement. Cialdini, author of "The Psychology of Persuasion" (William Morrow, 1993).

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Don't Let Them Underestimate You

Harvard Business Review

Before you meet a new contact, make sure they''re aware of your background and expertise. I assumed the conference organizer had been fully briefed by her boss, but it was a costly mistake. She obviously could have been a lot more curious or organized, but setting the tone of the meeting was my responsibility, and I dropped the ball.

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How To Get Others To See Your Potential

Harvard Business Review

But the fact that they weren''t aware of my new business meant I was losing out on referrals and potential clients. But you can avoid the problem entirely, a powerhouse group of researchers led by Jeffrey Pfeffer of Stanford and Robert Cialdini of Arizona State discovered, by having someone else do the bragging for you.

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Yes, You Can You Learn to Sell

Harvard Business Review

The abilities I have usually focused on are intelligence, creativity, self-control, and, of course, mathematical skill. It may sometimes feel innate, but that's because people are often able to pick up on effective strategies implicitly — without conscious awareness — through experience and observation.