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Thank You for Arguing : What Cicero, Shakespeare and the Simpsons Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion

Jay Heinrichs

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Thank You for Arguing : What Cicero, Shakespeare and the Simpsons Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion

by Jay Heinrichs
Thank You for Arguing : What Cicero, Shakespeare and the Simpsons Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion - Thryft
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Win more arguments with timeless persuasion techniques.

Thank You for Arguing could be a good read for anyone looking to improve their ability to persuade and communicate effectively. It covers a wide range of topics, from classical oratory to contemporary politics and pop culture, and provides strategies for setting goals, making others like you, gaining the high ground in a discussion, and more. The book also includes examples from historical figures like Cicero and Winston Churchill, as well as modern-day figures like Donald Trump and TED Talk speakers. Readers may appreciate the practical tips and techniques provided, and could potentially benefit from applying them in their personal and professional lives.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Thank You for Arguing : What Cicero, Shakespeare and the Simpsons Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion

by Jay Heinrichs
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ISBN: 9780141986166
Author: Jay Heinrichs
Publisher: PENGUIN
Date of Publication: 2017-07-06
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Business, Philosophy
Related Topics: Writing, Personal Development, Business, Psychology, Personal Development, Communication, Self Help
Goodreads rating: 3.62
(rated by 6407 readers)

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERYour ultimate guide to the art of winning arguments, in a brand new editionEveryone is always trying to persuade us of something: politicians, advertising, the media, and most definitely our families. Thank You for Arguing is your master class in the art of persuasion, taught by professors ranging from Bart Simpson to Winston Churchill. With all the wisdom of the ages, from classical oratory to contemporary politics and pop-culture, Thank You For Arguing shows you how to win more than your fair share of arguments, as well as:>How to shine at work, avoid speeding tickets, and outwit argumentative partners >Cicero's secrets to moving an audience, Donald Trump's savvy speechmaking, the art of giving a TED talk>Tactics like Setting Your Goals, Making Them Like You, Gaining the High Ground>Defuse an angry accuser and benefit from your own mistakes>The art of rhetoric, from eloquence and friendship to wit and irrefutable logicWritten by one of today's most popular online language experts, Thank You For Arguing is brimming with time-tested rhetorical tips and persuasion techniques that will change your life. And that's not hyperbole.
 

Win more arguments with timeless persuasion techniques.

Thank You for Arguing could be a good read for anyone looking to improve their ability to persuade and communicate effectively. It covers a wide range of topics, from classical oratory to contemporary politics and pop culture, and provides strategies for setting goals, making others like you, gaining the high ground in a discussion, and more. The book also includes examples from historical figures like Cicero and Winston Churchill, as well as modern-day figures like Donald Trump and TED Talk speakers. Readers may appreciate the practical tips and techniques provided, and could potentially benefit from applying them in their personal and professional lives.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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