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5 Steps To Convincing Anyone Instantly

If you want to convince someone, you need to know how to work on their emotions. These seven steps will give you what you need to make a person believe anything.

By Ayesha AmjadPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
5 Steps To Convincing Anyone Instantly
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1. Quick Introduction to Persuasion

Persuasion is the art of convincing someone to do something that they may not be inclined to do. It can be used for good or for ill, but it is a powerful tool nonetheless. There are many ways to persuade someone, but there are a few key steps that are always involved.


2. Establish trust with the person you want to persuade.

If you want to persuade someone, it is important to first establish a good relation with them. This means making them feel comfortable with you and building trust. If the person doesn’t trust you, they will be much less likely to listen to what you have to say.

3. Make your argument in a way that is logical and easy to follow.

When you are making your case, it is important to do so in a way that is logical and easy for the other person to follow. If your argument is confusing or doesn’t make sense, the other person is unlikely to be convinced by it.


• 7 Steps to Convincing Anyone Instantly
1. Know your audience.

Before you even start trying to convince someone of something, you need to take a step back and think about who you’re trying to convince.What motivates them?

2. Make a logical argument.

If you want to convince someone of something, you need to make a logical argument that is based on facts and evidence. You can’t simply state your opinion and expect them to agree with you.

3. Use emotional appeals sparingly.

While emotional appeals can be effective, they should be used sparingly. If you rely too heavily on emotional appeals, you run the risk of coming across as manipulative.

4. Be confident in your position.

If you’re not confident in your own position, it will be difficult to convince someone else of your point of view. Believe in what you’re saying, and be prepared to defend your position if necessary.

5. Be respectful of the other person’s opinions.

Even if you don’t agree with the other person’s opinions, you should still respect their right to hold those opinions.


• How to use the 7 steps
The ability to convince people is a skill that can be learned and mastered. By understanding how persuasion works, you can put yourself in a position to better influence the people around you.

There are seven basic principles of persuasion that you can use to your advantage. They are:

1. People are more likely to do favors for those who have done favors for them.

2. People value things that are rare or in short supply.


3. People are more likely to comply with requests from authority figures.

4. People are more likely to honor commitments they have made in the past.


5. People are more likely to say yes to those they know and like.

6. People are more likely to do what others around them are doing.


7. People are more likely to help those who share their same values and goals.


You can use these seven principles of persuasion to influence the people around you in both personal and professional settings. Keep them in mind the next time you need to convince someone of something.


• Conclusion
You likely won’t be able to convince everyone of your point of view. And that’s okay! Not everyone needs to agree with you. However, there are some steps you can take to increase your chances of convincing someone of your point of view.

First, try to appeal to the other person’s logic by presenting your argument in a clear and rational way.


Second, try to appeal to the other person’s emotions by showing them how your argument will benefit them or make them feel. For example, if you’re trying to convince someone to vote for a certain candidate, tell them how that candidate’s policies will improve their life.

Third, be confident in what you’re saying! If you don’t believe in your argument, the other person probably won’t either.

Fourth, be respectful of the other person’s opinions and be willing to listen to their arguments. You don’t have to agree with them, but acknowledging their perspective shows that you’re open-minded and willing to compromise.

Fifth, be prepared for any objections the other person might have.

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