Yes!: 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Persuasive by Noah J. Goldstein Ph.D. Steve J. Martin Robert Cialdini Ph.D. cover

Yes!: 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Persuasive by Noah J. Goldstein Ph.D. Steve J. Martin Robert Cialdini Ph.D.

by Noah J. Goldstein

Narrated by Blair Hardman

3.63 ABR Score
(13.5K ratings)
★ 3.97 Goodreads (12.4K) ★ 4.14 Audible (1.1K)

Why You'll Love This

Fifty bite-sized chapters on persuasion science that will make you uncomfortably aware of how often you've been nudged without knowing it.

  • Great if you want: practical psychology tactics you can apply immediately
  • Listening experience: brisk and modular — each chapter lands a distinct insight
  • Narration: Hardman's clean, measured delivery suits the clinical subject matter
  • Skip if: you've already read Cialdini's Influence cover to cover

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About This Book

Drawing on decades of psychological research, three renowned behavioral scientists present fifty evidence-based techniques that reveal how small adjustments in approach can dramatically increase persuasive success. The authors explore counterintuitive findings from controlled studies, examining why certain words, timing strategies, and social cues consistently move people toward agreement. Each method addresses common persuasion challenges faced in professional negotiations, personal relationships, and everyday interactions, demonstrating how scientific principles can transform ordinary requests into compelling propositions.

Blair Hardman delivers these insights with crisp authority that mirrors the book's systematic approach to influence. His measured narration allows listeners to absorb each technique while maintaining engagement through varied vocal emphasis that highlights key research findings. The audio format proves particularly effective for this content, as Hardman's clear articulation makes complex psychological concepts accessible during commutes or multitasking. His professional tone reinforces the credibility of the scientific backing while keeping the practical applications front and center, creating an experience that functions equally well as educational content and actionable reference material.