Discover the art of influence in professional settings! The hosts dive into genuine relationships versus manipulation and the importance of peer support. They creatively illustrate influence dynamics with shopping trolleys, challenging preconceived notions. Learn how small commitments can lead to big changes, emphasizing public commitments to enhance accountability. Plus, explore the power of reciprocation and the timing of interactions to foster community support at work. Tune in for insightful strategies to enhance your influence!
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insights INSIGHT
Influence and Relationships
Influence is crucial for impact in your career, from interviews to daily tasks.
Building strong relationships is key to influencing others effectively, not manipulation.
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Leveraging Peer Persuasion
Consider peer influence when seeking to persuade others.
Target the influencers of your target to increase your chances of success.
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Authority and Influence
You can gain authority through position or expertise.
Be mindful of authority's influence and question it when necessary.
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In this highly acclaimed book, Dr. Robert B. Cialdini explains the psychology behind why people say yes and how to apply these insights ethically. The book outlines six universal principles of influence: Reciprocation, Commitment and Consistency, Social Proof, Liking, Authority, and Scarcity. The new and expanded edition includes a seventh principle, Unity, along with new research, insights, and examples. Cialdini uses memorable stories and relatable examples to make the subject accessible and easy to understand, helping readers become more skilled persuaders and defend themselves against unethical influence attempts.
Welcome to week 2 of the Squiggly Careers Videobook Club. In our second episode of the series, Helen and Sarah discuss their experience of watching Influence, a Videobook from Robert B. Cialdini. Together they talk about a statement that stuck, something that surprised them, and what action they are going to take as a result of watching.
The Squiggly Careers Videobook Club is brought to you in partnership with LIT Videobooks, who have given the Squiggly Careers Community access to their library of videobooks for free in January and February 2025. Use this link (before the end of Jan 2025) to sign-up and get free access: https://amazingif.typeform.com/videobookclub
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