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homesick PodcastAuthor: Iqbal
Homesick Podcast Business trips, hotel noise, and life lessons all in one place. Join Iqbal as he shares funny, messy, but real stories about persuasion, careers, and growth. Think of it as wisdom with background thuds from the neighbor moving furniture. Perfect for young pros who want insights (and laughs) on the go. Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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15 The Quiet Power of Persuasion: How to Influence Without Forcing It
Saturday, 23 August, 2025
In this episode of Homesick, I dives into the subtle art of persuasion—not the pushy, loud kind, but the quiet, genuine influence that actually works. Recorded from a hotel room during a business trip (yes, with some background noise—hotel life!), this episode explores how persuasion shows up in everyday life, from client meetings to personal relationships.You’ll hear personal stories of early mistakes (like a 57-slide presentation gone wrong), the 7 habits of truly persuasive people, and real-life examples from Iqbal’s ongoing projects—proving that persuasion isn’t about pressure, but partnership.Whether you’re navigating your first job, building client trust, or just trying to get a friend to choose the restaurant you want, these lessons will help you communicate with empathy, confidence, and authenticity.👉 Key takeaways:Why listening beats talking in persuasionHow small wins build big agreementsThe power of acknowledging flawsWhy giving space often speeds up decisionsBy the end, you’ll see that persuasion isn’t about winning arguments—it’s about building trust and connection.
