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Lack of Resources, Knowledge or Finances
People resist persuasion because they are lacking resources, knowledge or
finances. In such instances you must spend time educating them about
your idea and product, or provide them with a different perspective or
potential alternative options that will help them make a definite decision.

No Authority
People resist persuasion because they don’t have any authority to make a
decision. The simple solution is to speak with the person who has the
authority to make this decision.

Doubtful & Skeptic
People resist persuasion because they are doubtful or skeptical about the
offer you are making. Here you have not provided them with enough
information, or they simply do not trust you.

Final Thoughts
There is little doubt that our ability to persuade others to our way of
thinking is one of the most important and indispensable skills that we
must learn and master. With it, we can climb the corporate ladder, win
sales, advance our business forward, and convince our romantic partner
and kids to our way of thinking :). Conversely without it, we are merely
leaves blowing haphazardly in the wind; at the mercy of external forces
people and events that control our every decision and action like puppets
on a string.
I hope you enjoyed this post. If you have any further queries or questions,
or would like to share your experiences about this topic, than please do so
in the comments section below.
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