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Zone 3 · Reading People

Signs of Manipulation

Nine lessons of about three minutes each, every one with a live demo and a quick test.

  • Manipulation & Dark Psychology×7
  • The 48 Laws of Power×2
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  1. 19PowerThe Kindness That Comes With a BillA sudden gift or an honest confession can be the opening move of a con
  2. 20PowerThe Friend Who Asks Too Many QuestionsFriendly curiosity can be information gathering in disguise
  3. 21ManipulationGuilt Is a LeverIf you suddenly feel you owe someone, ask who put that debt there
  4. 22ComplianceThe Foot in the DoorA small yes can make a larger request easier to accept
  5. 23ComplianceThe Door in the FaceAfter a huge request, a smaller one can feel like a favor
  6. 24FlatteryFlattery Has an AgendaPraise can sway a judgment even when its sales motive is obvious
  7. 25Pressure TacticsUrgency Is a Red FlagPressure to decide immediately can crowd out the checks that protect you
  8. 26ManipulationMoving the GoalpostsWhen the requirements keep changing, your effort can become a chase
  9. 27ManipulationHow Being Manipulated FeelsConfused, guilty or rushed? Those feelings can help you spot pressure