Sublime

threading the conversation.

The only goal I have either for myself or the individuals I teach is that in every interaction the other person should walk away feeling much better for having met you.

Regardless of your individual goals, the key is to make it “all about them.”

I have found one of the most effective methods for getting individuals to do what I want them to do is to have them come up with my idea then I validate their idea.

the key is to make it “all about them.”

Technique 2: Accommodating Nonverbals

You’re becoming a theory-slinging, expert-quoting, knowledge-throwing lovecat, and that’s what makes you stand out from the pack, and that’s why others keep calling on you.

Technique 1: Establishing Artificial Time Constraints

The key to power, then, is the ability to judge who is best able to further your interests in all situations. Keep friends for friendship, but work with the skilled and competent.