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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2025 · 14 MIN

The Psychology of Persuasion

from Better Reads · host Khalid Chao

In this episode, we explore Robert Cialdini’s The Psychology of Persuasion, a classic on the science of influence. Cialdini breaks down six key principles—reciprocity, commitment, social proof, authority, liking, and scarcity—that shape how we say “yes.” We discuss how these techniques are used in marketing, sales, and everyday life—and how to spot them in action

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