Career: public relation. (Just make something up on these 3 discussions, 24 sentences) Paragraph 1 ( 8 sentences) Identify a personally significant influence attempt you made at any point in the past. Be sure to describe the context of the influence attempt (i.e., who, what, when, where, and why?). Also, explain which of Cialdini's influence mechanisms you actually used in making your influence attempt. Finally, explain whether or not you were successful in your influence attempt and whether your choice and/or implementation of influence mechanisms played a role. Write at least eight sentences. Scroll down for a reminder of Cialdini's influence mechanisms. * * * List of Cialdini's Influence Mechanisms Reciprocation – People have a strong desire to repay what another has provided. Professional communicators will often provide something before asking for something in return. Commitment and Consistency – Most people have a strong desire to be consistent with their beliefs, attitudes, words, and other actions. When attempting to use this method of influence, securing initial commitment is very important. Social Proof – People are influenced by what others are believing and doing. People are most inclined to follow the lead of others at times of uncertainty and when they are comparing themselves to similar others. Liking – People are more inclined to be influenced by people who they know and like. Physical attractiveness, similarity, and repeated contact can all make an important difference for those wanting to influence others. Authority – People tend to obey authority figures. Titles, clothing, and automobiles are very powerful symbols to which individuals automatically show deference. Scarcity – People attach more value to opportunities when they are less available. Limited number and deadline tactics can therefore be important. Paragraph 2 ( 8 sentences) Give some thought to the year ahead and identify a specific career-related influence attempt you are likely to make. Be sure to describe the likely context of this influence attempt (i.e., who, what, when, where, and why?). Also, explain which two of Cialdini's influence mechanisms are probably going to be most useful to you in making your influence attempt. Write at least eight sentences. Also, respond to two other students. For each classmate, offer one additional Cialdini influence mechanism that could be applied to their situation. Write at least three sentences for each of your classmates. Scroll down for a reminder of Cialdini's influence mechanisms. * * * List of Cialdini's Influence Mechanisms Reciprocation – People have a strong desire to repay what another has provided. Professional communicators will often provide something before asking for something in return. Commitment and Consistency – Most people have a strong desire to be consistent with their beliefs, attitudes, words, and other actions. When attempting to use this method of influence, securing initial commitment is very ...

1. Career: public relation.
(Just make something up on these 3 discussions, 24 sentences)
Paragraph 1 ( 8 sentences)
Identify a personally significant influence attempt you made at
any point in the past. Be sure to describe the context of the
influence attempt (i.e., who, what, when, where, and why?).
Also, explain which of Cialdini's influence mechanisms you
actually used in making your influence attempt. Finally, explain
whether or not you were successful in your influence attempt
and whether your choice and/or implementation of influence
mechanisms played a role. Write at least eight sentences. Scroll
down for a reminder of Cialdini's influence mechanisms.
* * *
List of Cialdini's Influence Mechanisms
Reciprocation – People have a strong desire to repay what
another has provided. Professional communicators will often
provide something before asking for something in return.
Commitment and Consistency – Most people have a strong
desire to be consistent with their beliefs, attitudes, words, and
other actions. When attempting to use this method of influence,
securing initial commitment is very important.
Social Proof – People are influenced by what others are
believing and doing. People are most inclined to follow the lead
of others at times of uncertainty and when they are comparing
themselves to similar others.
Liking – People are more inclined to be influenced by people
who they know and like. Physical attractiveness, similarity, and
repeated contact can all make an important difference for those
wanting to influence others.
Authority – People tend to obey authority figures. Titles,
clothing, and automobiles are very powerful symbols to which
individuals automatically show deference.

2. Scarcity – People attach more value to opportunities when they
are less available. Limited number and deadline tactics can
therefore be important.
Paragraph 2 ( 8 sentences)
Give some thought to the year ahead and identify a specific
career-related influence attempt you are likely to make. Be sure
to describe the likely context of this influence attempt (i.e.,
who, what, when, where, and why?). Also, explain which two of
Cialdini's influence mechanisms are probably going to be most
useful to you in making your influence attempt. Write at least
eight sentences. Also, respond to two other students. For each
classmate, offer one additional Cialdini influence mechanism
that could be applied to their situation. Write at least three
sentences for each of your classmates. Scroll down for a
reminder of Cialdini's influence mechanisms.
* * *
List of Cialdini's Influence Mechanisms
Reciprocation – People have a strong desire to repay what
another has provided. Professional communicators will often
provide something before asking for something in return.
Commitment and Consistency – Most people have a strong
desire to be consistent with their beliefs, attitudes, words, and
other actions. When attempting to use this method of influence,
securing initial commitment is very important.
Social Proof – People are influenced by what others are
believing and doing. People are most inclined to follow the lead
of others at times of uncertainty and when they are comparing
themselves to similar others.
Liking – People are more inclined to be influenced by people
who they know and like. Physical attractiveness, similarity, and
repeated contact can all make an important difference for those
wanting to influence others.
Authority – People tend to obey authority figures. Titles,
clothing, and automobiles are very powerful symbols to which

3. individuals automatically show deference.
Scarcity – People attach more value to opportunities when they
are less available. Limited number and deadline tactics can
therefore be important.
Paragraph 3 ( 8 sentences)
Identify a personally significant interaction in the past in which
you were influenced by someone else. Be sure to describe the
context of the influence situation (i.e., who, what, when, where,
and why?). Also, explain which of Cialdini's influence
mechanisms was used by the other person toward you. Finally,
describe how you think and feel about being influenced in this
manner and on this topic. Write at least eight sentences. Scroll
down for a reminder of Cialdini's influence mechanisms.
* * *
List of Cialdini's Influence Mechanisms
Reciprocation – People have a strong desire to repay what
another has provided. Professional communicators will often
provide something before asking for something in return.
Commitment and Consistency – Most people have a strong
desire to be consistent with their beliefs, attitudes, words, and
other actions. When attempting to use this method of influence,
securing initial commitment is very important.
Social Proof – People are influenced by what others are
believing and doing. People are most inclined to follow the lead
of others at times of uncertainty and when they are comparing
themselves to similar others.
Liking – People are more inclined to be influenced by people
who they know and like. Physical attractiveness, similarity, and
repeated contact can all make an important difference for those
wanting to influence others.
Authority – People tend to obey authority figures. Titles,
clothing, and automobiles are very powerful symbols to which
individuals automatically show deference.

4. Scarcity – People attach more value to opportunities when they
are less available. Limited number and deadline tactics can
therefore be important.