{"id":2059,"date":"2010-09-23T18:44:56","date_gmt":"2010-09-23T22:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lwlworldwide.com\/blog\/?p=2059"},"modified":"2010-09-24T16:21:33","modified_gmt":"2010-09-24T20:21:33","slug":"from-victim-to-persuader","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lwlworldwide.com\/blog\/from-victim-to-persuader\/","title":{"rendered":"From Victim to Persuader"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last week, Barry wrote a post talking about victimitis-thinking<\/a> and how some people expect a handout when things are bad for them.<\/p>\n

It reminded me of our new weekly date-night viewing experience — the equivalent of taking in a movie, but without having to find a babysitter or parking, and without having to spend close to $50 for the privilege.<\/p>\n

See, we talk at times about TV being the “electronic income-reducer,” but it can also be a source of inspiration, an exercise in critical thinking, and\/or fodder for blog posts.<\/p>\n

People that go overboard — like with anything in life — suffer the ill effects of the “boob tube,” “idiot box,” or whatever you want to call it.<\/p>\n

Those that use it sparingly and selectively, like we do, experience it as a spice of life rather than a nauseating meal.<\/p>\n

And our date nights allow us to spend time together, connect through conversation, and ponder some of the puzzling aspects of this world…<\/p>\n

On Friday nights at the moment, our date night involves watching The Apprentice<\/em>.<\/p>\n

And interestingly enough, just like the trend Barry’s blog post mentioned, the contestants in this season are all self-described “victims of the economy.”<\/p>\n

Donald Trump also calls them that, which is a bit more surprising, because I figured he’d know better… but then again, as we’ve said before and will likely say again, society loves an underdog and resonates with the plight of victims.<\/p>\n

So Trump is likely playing the pity card for ratings.<\/p>\n

His own daughter, however, has a different outlook on business. Ivanka Trump’s advice to “make yourself indispensable” at work was published in the September issue of Glamour<\/em> magazine, and it highlights a key point here:<\/p>\n

Those that make themselves indispensable<\/em> do not become “victims of the economy.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

And that’s not just in J.O.B.s, but in any area of life<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

You see, the contestants include a selection of former high-rollers who’ve mostly been laid off, including some lawyers, some real-estate professionals, a financial adviser, a commercial banker, a PR person, and some recent graduates that had big expectations.<\/p>\n

There’s also a former account manager who’s now on welfare, bitterly complaining about feeling like a loser while making no effort to live the humility he claims to have uncovered, and a district attorney with one of the most aggressively-annoying and off-putting personalities you’ve ever seen.<\/p>\n

So are they victims… or simply incompetent?<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I know that sounds harsh, but let’s put things in perspective here.<\/p>\n

You see, regardless of the economy, there’s always going to be the need for attorneys. And PR people. And there’s even more need for financial advisors.<\/p>\n

None of these professions are tied to having a “J.O.B.” because someone with those skills can just open their own practice or work from a corner of their living rooms.<\/p>\n

So an “unemployed lawyer” is really just lazy… or short-sighted. And ditto to the other skill sets that are always in demand for the right crowd.<\/p>\n

Some of these people, to their credit, have started their own business ventures, or otherwise follow their passions.<\/p>\n

But why is it that the former corporate attorney who co-founded her own mobile cupcake business feels that serving the sweet treats is beneath her?<\/p>\n

Umm… here’s an idea:<\/p>\n

How about starting a business that actually ignites your passions?<\/strong><\/p>\n

How about using the skills of persuasion you supposedly possessed as an attorney to open new doors of opportunity?<\/p>\n

If you can master the skills of persuasion, and you have a can-do attitude instead of labeling yourself a victim, there will always be doors that open for you.<\/p>\n

Even more so if you have a desire to add value to the world and help other people.<\/p>\n

As world traveler Simon Black, a.k.a. Sovereign Man, puts it: “Even in a down economy, there are problems to be solved and value to be created.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

And I’m not talking about sleazy tactics or black magic here.<\/p>\n

Heck, we know a bunch of people who call themselves “marketers” who would love to sell you something — anything — regardless of whether you need it or want it.<\/p>\n

But persuasion isn’t about being that kind of marketer, or a tacky hard-sell salesperson.<\/p>\n

Success will always involve selling something on some level or another (whether a product, a service, an idea, a concept, or yourself)… but sales are a two-way street, and should always be treated as such.<\/p>\n

So what would you say if someone promised to give you the power to make anyone do almost anything you wanted… including give you an opportunity that you knew you deserved?<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That’s what persuasion expert Michael Lee says he can do with his How to Be an Expert Persuader in 20 Days or Less<\/a><\/strong> course.<\/p>\n

It consists of an e-book that’s over 400 pages long and the accompanying audios — which is why if you can dedicate to reading just 21 pages or so each day, you can become an expert persuader yourself within 20 days.<\/p>\n

Some of what he teaches in this course includes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> 5 secrets to reading minds.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> How to use the “magic touch” to get anyone to do what you want.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> 5 crucial things you should do (and not do) with your eyes to build trust and be liked.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> How to easily talk to anyone and make people love to talk to you.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> How to make people doubt and change their beliefs, no matter how stubborn or close-minded they are.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> How to set yourself free from manipulators and controlling people who love to “dictate” your every action and decision.<\/p>\n

>><\/strong> The amazing “anti-pressure” strategy that will make your prospects beg you to sell your product or service to them!<\/p>\n