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Destructive Power of “Why”

Behold… the Destructive Power of Why!

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Yesterday we discussed how we can increase support and investment in our ideas and plans.

Check it out if you haven’t seen it:

https://www.persuasionreadinglist.com/building-with-the-power-of-why/

Today we’re looking at the destructive power of the word Why: Continue reading “Destructive Power of “Why””

Building Momentum with the Power of Why

Behold… the Building power of Why.

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Saint Paul, Minn

People are an emotional lot, aren’t they?

Telling someone what to do (or how to do it)… rarely works in your favor. When you tell someone what to do, you’re taking away their agency, their ability to think and act for themselves.

People rebel against that authoritarian decision making, even if it’s in their best interest. Sure, they might do it Continue reading “Building Momentum with the Power of Why”

Dreamstorming with Paul Gertner
(Persuasion Play Podcast 006)

I’m thrilled to present today’s podcast with magician Paul Gertner!

When I was young, at family gatherings my grandpa would perform magic tricks and slight-of-hand for the grandkids. Turning flour and sugar into cookies. Making a dollar bill disappear… and reappear elsewhere. He could pull coins from my ears… Continue reading “Dreamstorming with Paul Gertner
(Persuasion Play Podcast 006)”

Kevin Hart’s Guide To Complaining

This chair is Ass.

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Saint Paul

Yesterday morning while I was getting ready for work, I listened to a bit of the Joe Rogan podcast with comedian Kevin Hart.

Kevin is hilarious. His new Netflix special “Irresponsible” is great (unlike the dirty and actually irresponsible stand-up special by a pregnant comedian whom I shall not name.)

Now, on Rogan’s podcast, Kevin talks about surrounding yourself with positivity.

It’s so easy to complain, he says: Continue reading “Kevin Hart’s Guide To Complaining”