How to get people to do what you want them to
Body language, repeating yourself and whether you have visuals handy play a part in how persuasive you are
Everybody employs different tactics when it comes to getting what they want. Some people cite blunt facts and make demands. Others manipulate, cajole, and speak in riddles. Then there are those who are decidedly unconvincing altogether.
However, no matter who you are and what industry you're in, the ability to influence others is crucial.
Here are seven methods for persuading others — some might seem a bit tricky, but they could provide a serious boost to your career:
Always have a good visual handy
A picture's worth a thousand words.
As Forbes previously reported, Dartmouth University's Brendan Nyhan and Georgia State's Jason Reifler ran a study looking into strongly held political convictions.
The researchers presented information that contradicted with the worldview of the study participants — hoping to see what it'd take to persuade them. Subjects didn't respond well to a written summary of evidence or attempts to assuage their self-esteem and make them feel comfortable.