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Win Bigly

Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don't Matter

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From the creator of Dilbert, this insightful exploration reveals the strategies Donald Trump employed to win the presidency and how anyone can apply these methods to succeed against the odds. Scott Adams, a trained hypnotist and expert in persuasion, was among the first to predict Trump's victory, recognizing a unique level of persuasion that appears only once in a generation. While mainstream media dismissed Trump as a novelty, Adams identified his ability to create cognitive dissonance and confirmation bias across political lines. We are wired to respond emotionally rather than rationally, often agreeing with speakers based on subtle cues and later justifying our decisions. The focus here transcends politics to uncover universal persuasion techniques, similar to those Adams observed in Steve Jobs during his investment in Apple. Key insights include: exaggerating claims to spark discussions that elevate the perceived importance of an issue, simplifying presentations to highlight essential messaging components, and crafting "linguistic kill shots" that can overpower facts. Adams provides readers with invaluable tools for influencing others and resisting manipulation, making this a crucial read for anyone interested in the art of persuasion.

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Win Bigly, Scott Adams

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2017
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Title
Win Bigly
Subtitle
Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don't Matter
Language
English
Publisher
Portfolio
Released
2017
Format
Hardcover
Pages
304
ISBN10
0735219710
ISBN13
9780735219717
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From the creator of Dilbert, this insightful exploration reveals the strategies Donald Trump employed to win the presidency and how anyone can apply these methods to succeed against the odds. Scott Adams, a trained hypnotist and expert in persuasion, was among the first to predict Trump's victory, recognizing a unique level of persuasion that appears only once in a generation. While mainstream media dismissed Trump as a novelty, Adams identified his ability to create cognitive dissonance and confirmation bias across political lines. We are wired to respond emotionally rather than rationally, often agreeing with speakers based on subtle cues and later justifying our decisions. The focus here transcends politics to uncover universal persuasion techniques, similar to those Adams observed in Steve Jobs during his investment in Apple. Key insights include: exaggerating claims to spark discussions that elevate the perceived importance of an issue, simplifying presentations to highlight essential messaging components, and crafting "linguistic kill shots" that can overpower facts. Adams provides readers with invaluable tools for influencing others and resisting manipulation, making this a crucial read for anyone interested in the art of persuasion.