60 pages 2 hours read

Robert B. Cialdini

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1984

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Robert B. Cialdini's Influence is praised for its compelling insights into persuasion, offering practical applications and engaging anecdotes. However, some reviews note a repetitive nature and a reliance on dated research. Overall, it is considered a valuable read for those interested in psychology and marketing, despite occasional verbosity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Influence?

Readers who enjoy psychological insights and persuasion techniques will find Influence captivating. Comparable to Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow or Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers, this book appeals to those interested in behavioral science, marketing, and social psychology.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Business / Economics
Psychology
Leadership/Organization/Management
Genre
Self Help
Psychology
Themes
Society: Community
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Society: Politics & Government
Period
Information Age