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THESE ARE THE INSIGHTS YOU NEED TO MASTER PERSUASION AND INFLUENCE WHAT DO GREAT INFLUENCERS KNOW THAT THE REST OF US DON'T? Do they have a secret recipe for success? Is there a special alchemy to influencing people? The 50 secrets in this book will help you get out of influence deficit to become the kind of person who gets things done and gets where you want to go. Every one of the 50 secrets in this book contains 3 strategies you can put into practice right now to get better results. Some of the ideas will surprise you, all will inspire you. Put these simple strategies together and you have a recipe for success, a formula that will unlock your potential.Influence made easySecrets of Great Influencers reveals the five factors behind becoming influentioal: what you think; who you know; what you do; who you are; and how you play the game. Whether you want to get paid more, get more attention, or grow your online following, this book provides the tools and techniques you need. ABOUT THE SERIESSecrets books are designed to be easy to incorporate into your daily life. They boil down the essentials of important topics into short, quick lessons giving expert advice on a wide range of challenges that you can apply instantly. Each chapter outlines one of the 50 secrets and gives three strategies for putting the ideas into action. Whether you want to improve your efficiency, clear your desk, or be on top of your work, these books give the answers you're looking for.

Is your career where you want it to be? In everyday interactions, do people pay you enough attention? Does your view carry sufficient weight? This engaging, practical book reveals the 50 secrets you need to get your point across, position yourself for success and punch above your weight. Drawing on research interviews with dozens of influential people, the book will show you: *12 specific strategies to communicate your ideas so people take notice *How to build the networks and alliances you need to have real influence in organisations *How to leverage what you know to gain increased exposure at the top table *How to navigate organisational politics, "play the game" more effectively and fast-track your career.

A must-have resource for graphite and charcoal artists of all skill levels, 101 Textures in Graphite & Charcoal is the artist's definitive art book.Accurately rendering surfaces and textures is one of the most challenging aspects of working with graphite pencil and charcoal. 101 Textures in Graphite & Charcoal provides artists with step-by-step instructions for learning how to draw a wide variety of the most common textures and surfaces, including sand, water, metals, foliage, wood, fabrics, stone, grass, hair, and many more.Opening with a general introduction to basic drawing tools, materials, and drawing techniques, each page in this comprehensive resource features two to three easy-to-follow steps demonstrating how to create each specific texture.Readers will discover tips and techniques for working in both graphite and charcoal and how to manage their differences when hatching, stippling, scumbling, blending, and more. With its breadth of coverage, easy-to-follow instruction, and helpful tips, 101 Textures in Graphite & Charcoal is a must-have resource for artists of all skill levels.