Influencing Through the Art of Persuasion November 18, 2009

Important now more than ever, negotiating skills are one of the strongest skills a business person can have. The ability to positively influence others is one simple way that many executives measure success. Attend this presentation to learn how to fine-tune those persuasion skills.

In this course, attendees will learn how to use rhetorical strategies to build a persuasive argument that will influence decision makers.

Attendees can also expect to:
* Cover Aristotle's 3 appeals: logos, ethos & pathos
* Learn the Six Steps to Sway: how to build a persuasive argument in six simple steps
* Understand and analyze your audience to make the biggest impact in the shortest amount of time
* Prepare for obstacles & tough questions
* Identify the role that evidence plays in supporting strong arguments and explanations
* Learn how to recognize deceptive reasoning tactics
Presentation by LearnIt!

Registration is $25 for Chamber members, $35 for prospective members before August 15; $30 and $40 after. A light breakfast will be provided.

Official Website: http://www.sfchamber.com/eventsprogs/bizdev/programs_bss.php