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by Kevin Hogan (Author) "This book is about getting people to change...something-a behavior, an attitude, a product, a service, their relationship to or with you ..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (19 Nov 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0471670510
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471670513
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.7 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 88,888 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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New secrets to getting what you want every time
The Science of Influence shows readers how to get anyone to say "yes" in eight minutes or less. Synthesizing the latest research in the field of influence with real–world tested experiences, it presents simple secrets that help readers turn a "no" into a "yes." Every secret in this book has been rigorously tested, validated, and found reliable academically and in the real world.
Readers learn dozens of all–new techniques and strategies for influencing others including how to reduce resistance to rubble; send unconscious nonverbal messages that are consciously undetectable; make people feel instantly comfortable in your presence; decode body language; build credibility; and be persistent without being a pain.
The Science of Influence turns the enigmatic art of influence and persuasion into a science anyone can master.
Kevin Hogan, PsyD (Eagan, MN), is a dynamic motivational speaker and expert on unconscious influence and body language for the BBC, the New York Post, and such popular magazines as Cosmopolitan and Playboy. He teaches Persuasion and Influence at the University of St. Thomas Management Center. He is the author of 12 books including bestsellers such as Irresistible Attraction: Secrets of Personal Magnetism and The Psychology of Persuasion.

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In the last decade, scientific research has revealed new and amazing insights into how persuasion really works. For The Science of Influence, persuasion expert Kevin Hogan examined and road–tested all the newest research and tactics in influence and here presents the best new ideas and strategies. Coupled with the most effective of the traditional persuasion techniques, this book offers a simple, concise, and practical compendium of what works and what doesn′t.

For salespeople, marketing professionals, and anyone who persuades others for a living, there′s no excuse for not having the newest, most effective tools and tactics at hand—and this book provides them. Hogan combines these techniques into a revolutionary system that will get anyone to say "yes" in eight minutes or less.

With a wealth of the best new ideas and techniques—as well as secrets of persuasion never before revealed—The Science of Influence will show you how to:

  • Present a convincing physical appearance
  • Read and send powerful and effective body language messages
  • Turn on the charm for maximum effect
  • Make your target feel comfortable talking to you
  • Ask questions to learn about your target′s values, desires, needs, and beliefs
  • Use secret tools to build credibility fast
  • Convince your target of the negative consequences of a "no"
  • Be persistent—but not annoying

The Science of Influence also reveals the hard science behind the most effective techniques—how the surrounding environment affects your listener, how they form habits and routines (and how to break them), and how the conscious and unconscious minds work. More than just a book about salesmanship, this book will change the way you communicate with coworkers and clients, family and friends. It′s the Holy Grail of persuasion—a proven system for turning a "no" into a "yes."

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2.0 out of 5 stars This book is a vehicle for Hogans massive ego!!!, 10 Sep 2006
By chrisjleu (London) - See all my reviews
Did anyone know that to influence people it's important to "Be likable"? Or how about this: "If you can't get someone's attention you have no opportunity to influence that person in any way". Really Hogan?!? How did you come up with these groundbreaking pieces of information?

Folks, this book is for those of you who are about one level above "socially inept". Okay maybe that's a little harsh, but seriously I really did not find any of his ideas as "profound" (as Hogan will often remind you whilst shamelessly slipping in adverts about his seminars, CD's and other books in his series) as he would have you believe.

He dedicates a whole chapter to the importance of credibility when attempting to influence. Right Ok, so it's important to be credible otherwise people don't believe what you're saying. Thanks for that Hogan. Here's one of his equations to memorise in case you forget how to become credible:

Credibility = Expertise + Trustworthiness

Mind-blowing stuff!

After reading his book I can't imagine Kevin Hogan ever influencing me to say yes to anything he suggests, unless he suggests binning his 224 pages of patronising text.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Very Average at the Best of Times!, 1 Feb 2006
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A decent enough book in its own right but many of these "insights" one learns anyway if bright enough to develop your skills naturally.

Some useful areas but too much self-promotion of his other books a little off-putting at the best of times.

That said it is an easy read, nicely presented and covers a lot of important issues in influence. For the beginner more than anything else trust me!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treasurehouse of Valuable Information, 26 Feb 2005
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This is the best book on the power of influence since Robert Cialdini's ground-breaking work. Kevin Hogan covers the topic from many perspectives, including building rapport, the nature of decision-making (and how you can get people to look at things your way), and how to sequence your message for maximum impact. This really isn't a book just to read once through--I'm treating it as a workbook to consult again and again.
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