• The Science of Social Intelligence:

  • 33 Studies to Win Friends, Be Magnetic, Make an Impression, and Use People's Subconscious Triggers
  • By: Patrick King
  • Narrated by: Gregory Sutton
  • Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (876 ratings)

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Scientifically-proven methods to create connection with anyone you meet. This is your blueprint for social success.

Humans are unpredictable...or are we? Through decades of research, scientists have shown consistent patterns in human behavior and thought that can lead you us to very predictable outcomes. In other words, there are genuine ways to forge better relationships that take advantage of human psychology and behavioral patterns.

Learn the elements of magnetic charisma.

In The Science of Social Intelligence, you'll have over 30 studies, new and old, broken down in a way that answers the question, "How can I use this science in my everyday life?" Rely on findings from psychology, cognitive science, and behavioral economics, rather than one person's anecdotal advice of what works.

Learn why conventional "small talk" advice is flat-out wrong.

This book is a truly in-depth look at the concept of being socially intelligent, maximizing the social opportunities you are given, and leveraging your unique strengths to have the relationships you want. In a time where most advice takes the form of "make more eye contact" and "smile more", this book stands out.

Learn how to make a powerful first impression.

The Science of Social Intelligence pairs the raw human behavioral data and findings with the insight and emotional intelligence of Patrick King, sought-after social skills coach and internationally best-selling author. The result is half textbook, half field guide for whatever your social goals may be.

Understand what makes people tick (even if they don't).

  • What popularity in high school really requires.
  • The true psychology of being positive.
  • The two way street of perception and how it impacts your relationships.

Be likable without appearing manipulative.

  • The three things everyone wants to talk about (as well as what to always avoid).
  • How to be emotionally calibrated and attuned to people.
  • The toxic habits you need to break for social success.

©2017 Patrick King (P)2017 Patrick King

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5 star book

This is a great book and very concise. Topics covered are on point . New age version of dale carnage win friends and influence people

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Same Book as Improve Your People Skills

Ummmm. this book, so far is word for word quoting Improve Your People Skills: Build and Manage Relationships, Communicate Effectively, Understand Others, and Become the Ultimate People Person . Bummer

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this book would be very useful

for someone who is just getting into social intelligence and learning different aspect of social interactions. if you already understand and utilize the basics of socializing and being social, there isn't much to take away from it.

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Good for the beginner only.

This is quite basic if you’ve studied anything in people skills and personal development. Definitely beginners level. I read Dale Carnegie’s how to Win friends and influence people 30 years ago and this had nothing to add to that.

That being said, I’ve listened to some of Patrick’s other books and they offer a lot of great advice on impromptu techniques and witty banter. Skip to those is my advice.

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I learned nothing 50 minutes in!

This book is seriously just not for me. Maybe if I lasted a bit longer in listening to the book maybe I would have learned something but I can't torture myself anymore. I couldn't even get through the book due to the fact that it was so bland. What this book basically does is simply spit out common sense and follow it up with a bunch of percentages from a study to further validate his 1+1=2 argument. If you buy this book please don't expect on learning anything ground breaking. The book even starts off with him telling a story about him being rude to a cashier and surprise, surprise she was rude back. Hope this gives you an idea of what you're getting into.

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Great relatable examples & personalized tools!

This book made so much sense to me. Many examples and subjects in this book connected to my own life. I have much more understanding about how to and not to socialize. Healthy vs Unhealthy behaviors. Social cues ro make me more personable. Very happy I read this!

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Informative but very limited and not uplifting

Lots of useful information but some inaccurate and some important matters missing. For example the study that relies on cell phone usage to demonstrate that we all have three very close friends at one time and that it's destined to be that way. sure we will all probably top out at 3 very close friends, but the point made by the author completely ignores the likelihood that many people have less than three close friends. Recent studies show that the average close friends is reported to be less than one.

research shows that around 30% of the entire population is lonely at any one instant. that doesn't seem at all consistent with the idea that we ALL have three very close non-family friends.

regarding the advice that you should only keep friends who reciprocate with you seems wrong. I honestly don't know anyone whose friends all reciprocate fairly. I believe relationships are more imbalanced in which one person needs the other enough to be accommodating while the recipient appreciates the accommodation and accepts the new friend.

the book completely ignores the idea that people judge other people at first glance based on things like age, color of skin, height and weight, etc. this means many people start off with an enormous handicap.

how about the proximity rule of friendship? in effect, the best friend you will ever have is your next door neighbor.

how about the idea that to get someone to like you, you almost always only have to like them?

the book felt mostly informative but not really uplifting, which I guess should be it's primary purpose.

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Great work!

I love it, it almost sounded like it was written gor me. I have applied sone of the suggestions and they work.

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waste

don't waste your time or money,
this book has nothing to offer you or anyone else.

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Awesome Sauce

Loved it from start to finish, can't wait to listen again and put these things to practice

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