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Pre-Suasion
A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade
Book • 2016
In this book, Robert Cialdini explains that optimal persuasion is achieved through optimal pre-suasion.
He argues that the key to successful persuasion lies in the moment before the message is delivered, where the communicator must redirect the audience's focus of attention to make them receptive.
Drawing from extensive research and various examples, including advertising, marketing campaigns, and historical events, Cialdini outlines techniques to prepare audiences and increase the likelihood of agreement.
The book is praised for its scientific rigor and practical applicability, making it an essential tool for anyone serious about science-based business strategies.
He argues that the key to successful persuasion lies in the moment before the message is delivered, where the communicator must redirect the audience's focus of attention to make them receptive.
Drawing from extensive research and various examples, including advertising, marketing campaigns, and historical events, Cialdini outlines techniques to prepare audiences and increase the likelihood of agreement.
The book is praised for its scientific rigor and practical applicability, making it an essential tool for anyone serious about science-based business strategies.
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as his book which explains the importance of what happens before a message is delivered.


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as a book that focuses on setting yourself up by what you say or do before a presentation or call.

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