Need to be more persuasive? Try this surprising technique.

Researchers at Yale University have found a link between holding a warm object
(such as a cup of a hot beverage) and increased friendliness, which could result in increased persuasiveness. If you are an attorney, salesperson, recruiter, manager, negotiator, or other person who needs to be persuasive, offer a hot beverage of choice.
(Keep a supply of both caffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages on hand.)
Read more about these fascinating studies at http://www.romow.com/health-blog/new-research-says-warm-drinks-make-us-warmer-emotionally/ .

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