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Summary: A how-to book with great techniques that are EASY EASY EASY
Review: A how-to book with great techniques that are EASY EASY EASY to use. Really! This book is more then a book on influence. The title doesn't reflect what the book really is-the greatest insight into human behavior you will find. It is far more comprehensive and fascinating then a simple book on getting someone to do what you want. This is not a vicious book at all, which leads me to wonder why the author chose such an aggressive title. This is a book that HELPS relationships, not forces one person on another. You will read it cover to cover the minute you pick it up. Without reading it through it's easy to assume that this is a mean book, but trust me, if it were I would blast it to no end. It is positive, intriguing book that's highly readable.
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Summary: Required reading to be in control of your life
Review: David J. Lieberman, Ph.D. is a recognized expert in the field of human behavior. With multiple books translated in multiple languages this is yet another fine example of his ability to give sound advice in a down to earth and useful manner. He divides the book into the five following general sections. Section 1 relates to building rapport both instant rapport and keeping it over long periods. It covers everything from first impressions, to getting someone to like you, to appearing confident, and many other items. Section 2 relates to detecting if someone is lying or manipulating you. Section 3 relates to taking control of a situation and getting people to actually do something. Getting someone to actually take your advice, follow through on a commitment, do a favor, get along together, etc. are all covered in this section. Section 4 relates to winning at a competition. Possible competitions include not only a game but job interviews, dating and similar. Section 5 relates to dealing with life's normal annoying, difficult situations. For example, people who won't return phone calls, forgiveness, breaking bad news, dealing with rumors, dealing with a complaint, dealing with jealousy, etc. It is easy to read the title to the book and assume that inside are the secrets to manipulating others and allowing you to take advantage of them. This is not the case at all as Dr. Lieberman starts on page one with the comment that these techniques are not "ways to manipulate other people into liking you". Are you going to get someone who can't stand your personality to suddenly like you and stand in line for the opportunity to do you a favor? Not likely. However, in the hectic world of today just getting someone to slow down enough to even notice you can be quite a chore. This sort of situation is where these techniques are valuable. Also if you feel manipulated by someone and don't know how to avoid it or get out of the trap then the information can be very valuable. Recognizing when you are not in control of your own desires is the first step to changing the situation. This book can help you to understand what is happening and why you feel the way you do and then it goes one step further in showing you how you can change the situation. The bottom line is that everyone should know these techniques not only so that they can recognize when they are being manipulated and can do something about it, but also so they can tell when strong feelings are not what they seem but are the result of some basic principle such as the law of association or reciprocal affection or something similar. How to make a good impression, how to change a bad one, how to stop being manipulated, how to regain control of your life, how to handle the problems of life, how to examine your feelings about someone and know if you really feel positive (or negative) about them or if it is just the normal reaction to various stimuli, it is all pretty much here in this book. If there were a great book that gave an overview of these principles this one is it. There are other great books that deal with one or two of these topics in greater detail, but none that I have read that expose you to the whole gamut of psychological principles with persuading, motivating, or getting others to at least accept your opinion as valid. A must on the bookshelf of anyone but the most recalcitrant hermit.
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Summary: Highly Recommended
Review: I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for powerful, concise tips on dealing with other people, and just life in general. I think you will want to refer to the advise offered often.
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Summary: Never Feel Powerless Again!
Review: I originally got this book while looking for reverse psychology techniques, and most of the secrets in this book work on almost anyone. Includes ways to make a great first impression, get anyone to like you, get the upper hand in an arguement, catch someone in a lie, get anyone to do a favor for you plus lots more! Some of the techniques I would classify as reverse psychology. This book is an invaluable addition to my library!
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Summary: Excellent !
Review: I read them all. Every book on influence and persuasion I could get my hands on. Most were just bad rip offs of others. This is a cut above the rest. I think that this will be an instant classic and set a new standard for these types of books. Lieberman's style is effortless. He divides the book into forty mini-chapters, each dealing with real-life situations. It takes all of the guess work out of which technique to apply when. An idiot can use these tactics. And I'm sure they will. But the smarter you are the more you will appreciate the cleverness and awesomeness of how they work. Lieberman goes further than just telling you what to say and how to act to get what you want. He explains, so a child could understand the psychology behind the techniques. In doing so, it makes it easy to tweak it and apply it in similar situations. Great content and a breeze to read. Wish it was longer, though.
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Summary: these psychology tips do work
Review: I've faced three situations at work where I needed to convince someone to do something or diffuse a sticky situation. In each case I sat down ahead of time with this book and worked out a strategy of what to say using various techniques. Each time it worked like a charm.
The best example was when one of my co-workers was angry at one of my staff members for taking her seat. I used the technique of suggesting a punishment for him that I knew was too harsh (a day off without pay). I had to wince inside as I said it and cross my fingers that it would work. Immediately she said, "Oh no, I'm not asking for anything like that". And thus she began to realize that what he did was not that bad.
Getting someone to return your phone call by leaving a vague message that indicates you'd like to thank them or tell them some good news has also worked for me.
These are the kind of tips in the book. The book explains why they work very well. The book is easy to read. You do have to really think and plan ahead to apply the tips, but when you do, they are very effective.
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Summary: BUY IT
Review: IF EVER I BOUGHT A BOOK IN MY LIFE, THIS IS IT. DO YOU WANT MAKE YOU'RE LIFE WONDERFUL AND SIMPLE? THIS IS THE MOST PERFECT BOOK SINCE "THE BIBLE" THAT I WOULD LIKE 'EVERYONE' TO READ.
BUY IT FOR YOUR KIDS,SISTER,BROTHER,AND WHOM EVER YOU CAN AFFORD IT FOR. IT IS WORTH THE MONEY....THE DARN THING IS, YOU WANT TO UNDERLINE ALL THE WORDS.
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Summary: Powerful, direct, effective, instant!
Review: Imagine yourself with the "upper hand" in almost any given situation. Dr. Lieberman shows you how with this excellent treatise on the psychology of influence and persuasion. Using an ecclectic collection of techniques, including a couple of NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) techniques, you will truly learn how to never be taken advantage of again. Having nothing to do with manipulation, Dr. Lieberman's methods make use of skills and situations we all encounter every day in practically every interaction we have with others. If you are concerned that using these techniques is "unethical" or "cheating" in some way, you can let that concern simply dissolve away *right now* because, as Dr. Lieberman points out, you're playing games anyway, you might as well play to win! Even if you don't *use these skills*, you will instantly be able to spot them when someone else is using them to influence you. This is a book you shouldn't be without!! Some of my favorite chapters are: Chapter 1 "Get Anyone to Like You...Every Time"
Chapter 2 "Get Anyone to Find You Irresistibly Attractive"
Chapter 9 "How to Tell if Someone Is Trying to Manipulate You"
Chapter 24 "Get Anyone to Return Your Phone Call Immediately"
Chapter 31 "Stop Verbal Abuse Instantly"
Chapter 37 "Get Anyone to Confide in You and Confess Anything"
and most especially, Chapter 40 "Get Out of Almost Any Physical or Sexual Assault"
This chapter alone could save your life or the life of a loved one, on just one reading through. The book is organized into 40 "mini-chapters" with the material presented in a friendly, readable style condensed into the tightest possible learning units. This revolutionary approach to teaching these revolutionary skills help you to instantly digest the material at the unconscious level and make them immediately available for your use. Not at all technical or clinical in approach, I'm sure you will be delightfully surprised at the simplicity and effectiveness of these methods, just as I was. Simply excellent! Get it today without a second thought. :-D
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Summary: Powerful, direct, effective, instant!
Review: Imagine yourself with the "upper hand" in almost any given situation. Dr. Lieberman shows you how with this excellent treatise on the psychology of influence and persuasion. Using an ecclectic collection of techniques, including a couple of NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) techniques, you will truly learn how to never be taken advantage of again. Having nothing to do with manipulation, Dr. Lieberman's methods make use of skills and situations we all encounter every day in practically every interaction we have with others. If you are concerned that using these techniques is "unethical" or "cheating" in some way, you can let that concern simply dissolve away *right now* because, as Dr. Lieberman points out, you're playing games anyway, you might as well play to win! Even if you don't *use these skills*, you will instantly be able to spot them when someone else is using them to influence you. This is a book you shouldn't be without!! Some of my favorite chapters are: Chapter 1 "Get Anyone to Like You...Every Time"
Chapter 2 "Get Anyone to Find You Irresistibly Attractive"
Chapter 9 "How to Tell if Someone Is Trying to Manipulate You"
Chapter 24 "Get Anyone to Return Your Phone Call Immediately"
Chapter 31 "Stop Verbal Abuse Instantly"
Chapter 37 "Get Anyone to Confide in You and Confess Anything"
and most especially, Chapter 40 "Get Out of Almost Any Physical or Sexual Assault"
This chapter alone could save your life or the life of a loved one, on just one reading through. The book is organized into 40 "mini-chapters" with the material presented in a friendly, readable style condensed into the tightest possible learning units. This revolutionary approach to teaching these revolutionary skills help you to instantly digest the material at the unconscious level and make them immediately available for your use. Not at all technical or clinical in approach, I'm sure you will be delightfully surprised at the simplicity and effectiveness of these methods, just as I was. Simply excellent! Get it today without a second thought. :-D
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Summary: READING IT RIGHT NOW!
Review: IT'S FASCINATING. I CANNOT BELIEVE I FUNCTIONED IN SOCIETY FOR THIS LONG WITHOUT KNOWING THE BASIC 101'S OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR. I STRONGLY SUGGEST THIS BOOK.
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