Flipnosis by Kevin Dutton Summary
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Discover the SPICE formula behind instant persuasion in "Flipnosis" - where psychopaths, con men, and Churchill share the same secret power. What makes someone irresistibly convincing in seconds? Dr. Dutton's mind-bending exploration reveals the psychology that changes everything.
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The Art of Instant Influence: Mastering the Split-Second Persuasion
Imagine spotting a dinner guest pocketing your silver. Instead of confrontation, you quietly take a piece yourself and whisper, "I see we're both collecting souvenirs. Perhaps we should take a spoon as well?" The thief sheepishly returns everything. This is "flipnosis" - the remarkable ability to win hearts and minds in seconds, even with the most resistant individuals. These aren't just lucky moments of inspiration but follow identifiable patterns that anyone can learn. Since 2010, Kevin Dutton's work on this subject has transformed how FBI negotiators, sales professionals, and business leaders approach influence, revealing that persuasion isn't just an art but a science with deep evolutionary roots and practical applications.
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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