What is influence, really? Influence is not persuasion, it's not manipulation. It's not power. Influence is the silent reconfiguration of your perception. Before you even notice
Every now and then, I receive strange messages (Linkedin inbox). This ONE illustrates perfectly what happens when ideological overconfidence meets... a very poor rhetorical discipline! I received this message after
On May 30, The New York Times published an article. Beneath its "factual" tone lies a narrative built on: selective emphasis, speculative framing, and emotional anchoring. This (long)
Language is the most powerful tool humans have ever created. It is also the most dangerous. From intelligence operations to corporate politics, from spiritual dogma to media warfare, words shape
Who exactly came up with this absurdity? In certain societies, the obsession with silence around these 4 pillars of human existence borders on insanity. I remember someone taught me this
As you already know, this is the place where I explore intricate dynamics of power, influence, and how individuals shape the world around them. This deep curiosity naturally led me
They let people believe they’re making a difference when, in reality, they’re doing nothing of substance. Recently, I received a private message on LinkedIn: It sounds innocent, even
Want to detect lies with surgical precision? Maybe learn to recognize the state of truth before! The flawed OBSESSION with lies Everyone wants to learn how to detect deception. But
If you want to master influence, persuasion, and human intelligence (HUMINT), you must first understand what truly drives people. At the core of every decision - whether in espionage, business,
Psychological manipulation techniques are not inherently malicious. When mastered, they allow you to protect YOUR interests, influence without coercion, and navigate power structures with precision. But few people understand how
