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Decision Making Scenarios

Coaching Tip

This tit-for-tat mode of operation can produce success, but it doesn''t invoke the power of reciprocity and so fails to yield extraordinary success.". Baker explains, "The lesson is that we cannot pursue the power of reciprocity. Cialdini, author of "The Psychology of Persuasion" (William Morrow, 1993). Barzerman & Neale.

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A Culture of Trust

Coaching Tip

A culture of trust is a powerful lever on human behavior--as long as it is properly implemented.". Cialdini, author of The Psychology of Persuasion (William Morrow, 1993). The oxytocin rush revved up recipients of trust to reciprocate by being trustworthy and more trusting of others. 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. Baker explains, "The lesson is that we cannot pursue the power of reciprocity.

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Yes, You Can You Learn to Sell

Harvard Business Review

We're uneasy with the power that effective persuasion gives us. The abilities I have usually focused on are intelligence, creativity, self-control, and, of course, mathematical skill. Robert Cialdini's Influence and Dan Ariely's Predictably Irrational are also filled with strategies of effective persuasion.