Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion

by Noah J. Goldstein
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Good Books rating 4.17
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  • Added: 2025-10-18
  • Updated: 2025-10-18
  • Reviews: 3
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Getting Better Everyday · 2016-04-12
practical 4.50

The writing is concise and compelling, with each 'secret' supported by evidence and examples. The book is praised for its digestible format and practical advice.

Getting Better Everyday highlights the concise and compelling writing style of 'Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion'. They appreciate how each 'secret' is presented in a digestible way, backed by supporting evidence and examples. The reviewer finds the book to be a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand the science of persuasion better. The practical advice and real-world applications are particularly noted as strengths, making the book both informative and useful.

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    Each 'secret' is told in a very compelling and digestible way.

    The writing is concise, with supporting evidence and examples.

    The book is praised for its digestible format and practical advice.

Farnam Street · 2007-12-15
informative 4.00

The book distills complex psychology research into accessible insights, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in persuasion. The practical applications are highlighted, though some may find the breadth of topics overwhelming.

Farnam Street's review of 'Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion' praises the book for its ability to take dense psychological research and present it in a digestible format. They appreciate the practical tips and real-world applications that the book offers, making it a useful tool for anyone looking to improve their persuasive skills. However, they note that the sheer number of tips can be a bit overwhelming, and some readers might find it hard to remember all the different strategies. Overall, the review suggests that the book is a great resource for those willing to engage with its content thoughtfully.

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    50 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Persuasive is a pop psych book, where a bunch of research in psychology is distilled into one readable volume.

    The book offers practical tips and real-world applications that make it a useful tool for anyone looking to improve their persuasive skills.

    The sheer number of tips can be a bit overwhelming, and some readers might find it hard to remember all the different strategies.

The Guardian · 2007-12-15
enjoyable 4.00

The book is described as a nice little present that wouldn't insult the recipient's intelligence. It is seen as a valuable and engaging read.

The Guardian's review of 'Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion' describes it as a nice little book that makes for a great present. They appreciate that it doesn't insult the recipient's intelligence and is engaging to read. The review suggests that the book is valuable for its insights into the science of persuasion, making it both enjoyable and informative. The overall tone is positive, highlighting the book's ability to captivate readers while providing useful information.

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    Are there any nice little books I could buy as a present that wouldn't insult the recipient's intelligence? Yes.

    The book is seen as a valuable and engaging read.

    It is both enjoyable and informative.

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