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Oct 2023
26m 51s

The hidden impact of the words you use (...

Phill Agnew
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Today’s guest shares how to make people 50% more likely to agree to your request. How to make children 33% more likely to tidy up. Plus, how to make your team more creative, your pitches more believable and your suggestions sound more confident.  You don’t have to take some magic pill, or get face-altering surgery. You just need to change the words you use. ... Show More
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