Tag: Mind

Secret Persuasion Mind Trick

Richard Wiseman, of In 59 Seconds, demonstrates a little mind trick that can be put to many different uses. If you want to persuade someone to do something, start small before going big.

Enjoy!

In this video, Richard Wiseman of In 59 Seconds demonstrates a simple, yet powerful, persuasion mind trick.

Researchers discovered when volunteers were asked for a large favor immediately, most refused. But when they agreed to a small favor, and after some time, were asked for a larger one, three quarters agreed to the larger request.

Psychologist call this the ‘foot in the door effect.’

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