In the first part of this series, we discussed Caldini’s 1st weapon of influence–reciprocity. In this post, we’re going to discuss one other weapon comprised of accompanying techinques: commitment-and-consistency. These weapon is the result of our natural desire to appear reliable and preserve our self-image. Consistency-and-Commitment A great way to establish trust is to be…
Influence is the ability to get someone else to behave in your favor. Once you’ve gained influence over an individual or group, you have the means to compel them to do pretty much anything. While influencing someone may seem simple, the concept can be complex. Understanding its pillars is key. Dr. Robert Caldini has released…