2. Persuasion

Being able to persuade is an essential skill. Your ideas, without any convincing power can be worth nothing, even if they are good.

This also helps people who are in a competitive environment.

Three basic strategies have been devised after studying 60 business leaders handling a variety of disagreements at the workplace:

1. Cognitive Conversation Approach: Best for convincing those focused on the rational reasons for taking a decision.
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It means convincing yourself that your goal is achievable.

With a specific end in mind, practice convincing your mind of the opportunity to realize that goal, and after a while, your mind will start to subconsciously act on behalf of your belief system.