Instead of demanding a massive shift, make the change feel small and safe.
Ask "What would it take for you to consider this?" instead of "Why won't you do this?" How to Persuade People Who Don't Want to be Per...
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Counterintuitively, telling people they are free to disagree makes them more open to agreeing. Instead of demanding a massive shift, make the
Break your big request into a tiny, harmless first step. Instead of demanding a massive shift
They push back to assert their freedom, even if your idea is good. 🛠️ Strategy 1: Map the Resistance
Telling someone what to do triggers a threat response.