The Art of Influence, Chris Widener
The Art of Influence, Chris Widener
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The Art of Influence
Persuading Others Begins With You

Author: Chris Widener

Narrator: Chris Widener

Unabridged: 1 hr 40 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/08/2008


Synopsis

From Chris Widener, the author of the breakout bestseller The Angel Inside, comes an inspiring new parable on the power of influence.

The Art of Influence will make you think twice about everything you've ever learned about influence. As Chris Widener’s inspiring story reveals, it’s not something you "do" to other people but rather something that starts with how you shape and transform your own life. Forget about manipulation and slick fast-talking; The Art of Influence teaches that your ability to influence others begins from within.

About The Author

CHRIS WIDENER is the founder and president of Made for Success, one of the world's leading personal-development companies. A sought-after speaker, he is also a coach to CEOs, sales professionals, and top political figures. Chris is a columnist for Success magazine and co-hosts the show True Performance with Zig Ziglar. Chris and his family live in Issaquah, Washington.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Lauren on March 29, 2023

Is amazing how short books can make a big impact, It’s because a good author knows how to captivate the audience in a few words as knows how to stay on point. This book goes over the art of business in place of the science of business through a fun story of a young boy who gets to spend time with a......more

Goodreads review by Elizabeth on May 26, 2024

Excellent......more

Goodreads review by Aaron on January 07, 2021

This was a quick read and a great story.......more

Goodreads review by Michael on June 18, 2017

In this book, Widener creates a parable to teach his four principles of influence (Live a life of undivided integrity; Always demonstrate a positive attitude; Consider other people's interests as more important than your own; Don't settle for anything less than excellence). It's a good message, and......more

Goodreads review by Jin on March 18, 2015

If I could pass a book to any teenager who embarks to the working world. This would be the ultimate book that leads in career, relationship and life!......more


Quotes

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