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Episode 533 - Why Your Compliments And Praise Backfire And Seem Manipulative
Praise and compliments can backfire or be disbelieved for several reasons, especially when perceived as fake or insincere. Here are the top 4 reasons why praise could backfire on you. That 'Compliment' Might Actually...
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Episode 532 - How To Persuade And Earn The Respect Of A Narcissist
Identifying whether someone is a narcissist requires looking for key behaviors and personality traits that align with narcissistic tendencies Why You Should Sleep on it Before Making an Important Decision Finding a...
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Episode 531 - Using Smells And Sensory Marketing To Increase Influence
Numerous studies have been conducted on the impact of scent and fragrances on association. A study conducted among undergraduate students found that female students wearing perfume were rated more attractive by male...
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Episode 530 - Persuasive Pronouns - When to use I vs We vs You
This Law of Persuasion states that the more skillful a person is in the use of language, the more persuasive they are. Words affect our perceptions, attitudes, beliefs, and emotions. Language misused will trigger...
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Episode 529 - Science Of Horror Movies - Turning Prospect Fear Into Focus
Fear comes from uncertainty, financial challenges, past experience, or the fear of making a wrong decision. So, how do you switch them from fear to focus? Horror films offer a psychological thrill ride When you shift...
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Episode 528 - Mastering Nonverbal Cues: How to Instantly Connect or Disconnect With Anyone
Whether you're meeting someone for the first time, closing a business deal, or deepening a personal relationship, your body language is crucial in establishing rapport and trust - or inadvertently causing resistance....
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Episode 527 - EQ Essentials: The Most Important Skills of Emotional Intelligence
EQ, or Emotional Intelligence, refers to the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and influence your own emotions and the emotions of others. It is a crucial aspect of relationships, influence, and leadership. ...
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Episode 526 - Adapting your 1st Impression - Connect or Credibility?
Have you ever witnessed someone lose their temper over a hotel room upgrade? It happened to me while traveling with a famous personal development speaker who shall remain nameless. After a long day, we arrived late at...
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Episode 525 - How To Use FOMO and Fear To Seal The Deal
FOMO has gained significant traction in the digital age, where social media and online marketing amplify our awareness of what others are doing, buying, or experiencing. This heightened awareness can lead to a...
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Episode 524 - How Free Increases Engagement, Involvement And Sales
Obligation has been used as a persuasive technique since the beginning of time. We see companies offering free downloads, free estimates, or gifts in the hope of opening the door to persuasion. The Law of Obligation,...
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Episode 523 - Selling of The Eiffel Tower - The Great Con
I was reading this great article in Harvard Business Review, which focuses on how we CAN'T recognize our weaknesses. The other challenge is that most people feel responsible for their successes (internal), and...
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Episode 522 - What Type Of Leadership Is The Most Influential?
Can you influence others to be part of a team? Are you a leader or a manager? What is the difference? A manager, you do things because you have to. A leader, you do things because you want to. So, what type of...
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