The Art of Influence: Persuading Others Begins With You (Hardcover)

by Chris Widener (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
Widener's acclaim as a professional speaker can certainly be understood when listening to his reading. He does not take a dramatic or theatrical approach, but offers a delivery appropriate to the format Listeners who enjoy attending seminars of the Seven Habits and Who Moved My Cheese? variety can expect the same type of solid and engaging motivational storytelling they have grown accustomed to hearing in hotel conference rooms. In portraying the interactions between his two protagonists—ambitious young business school graduate Marcus Drake and seasoned tycoon Bobby Gold—Widener displays an especially keen ear for both mentor-mentee relationships and generational differences in the world of work. The situations and insights ring true with clarity and purpose. A Doubleday hardcover (Reviews, May 5). (Aug.)
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Advance Praise for The Art of Influence
"Effortlessly master the most powerful and profitable of art forms. Drink deeply of the wisdom of this influential book."
--Mark Victor Hansen, co-creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul

"A fantastic little book that reminds us of the importance of integrity and attitude in leadership. A fresh and fun look at the subject of influence."
--Jeffrey Fox, New York Times bestselling author of How to Become CEO


“The Art of Influence is a must-read for anyone desiring the wisdom to influence others.” --Jim Rohn, author of The Five Major Pieces to the Life Puzzle

"The Art of Influence . . . reminds us of the bedrock fundamentals of not only influence, but of a life well lived."
--Mark Sanborn, author of The Fred Factor
--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Broadway Business (July 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0385521030
• ISBN-13: 978-0385521031
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #65,108 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Art of Influence, August 11, 2008

By	S. Rausch (Atlanta, Georgia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of the finest books that I have ever read. I was concerned because of the small size of the book but it is jam packed with powerful information. Material is well presented and in logical order - after I read my copy I purchased 12 more to pass out to friends and work associates. Everyone I gave a copy to is raving also. Buy it today and begin improving your life tomorrow.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quick and entertaining read , August 9, 2008

By	Charles A. Redd (Tulsa, OK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is an excellent book for people who do not want a lot of detail. The use of a story about a real person is an effective way to commnuicate his points about what it takes to become more successful. This would be an excellent book to give a recent college graduate as a present.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and to the Point, August 10, 2008

By	Angela M. Romero - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was an easy read and really opened up my eyes to some of the things we take for granted. The small things we do can make a great impact on our future success. Good or Bad, we decide by our actions. The story in this book really helps put the Golden Rule into perspective.