Q&A for How to Convince Anyone of Anything

If you did something wrong, then apologize for it. Then try to compromise. Tell your parents you'll do extra chores for a whole week. You could also try telling them that you need your phone to do homework.

You need to prove to your parents that you are responsible enough to stay at home alone. Do things do all your chores, take care of your pets, be nice to your family or anything else that will show responsibility.

Try to see their point of view whilst also trying to get them to understand your point of view. So for example, if you don't like doing the rubbish, tell your parents that you understand that it must be done but maybe you could compromise and do one of their jobs, so they can do that one that's yours because you find it gross.

Tell your teacher you will work better and accomplish more with your group of friends. It's also important to realize that working with different people is a skill that will serve you throughout life, and working with new people may even help you make new friends.

Show you can be responsible. Point out that you could call them if something bad were to happen. Also, try not to be aggressive with your points. Save up money to pay for part of it, or even all of it.

Start a petition, and get as many student, teacher, and parent signatures as you can. Make sure you have evidence and reasons. Maybe throw in some examples, such as one of your friends not expressing themselves enough.

Talk to your child about his future goals and how going to college can help him reach them. Take him on a college tour and introduce him to other college grads that can talk positively about their experiences.

Show her you care. Do the little things, like opening the door; sitting down and actually listening to her rant about her life; taking walks in the park; giving plenty of compliments.

The best answer is to simply apologize if there was any wrongdoing and then explain that you'd like him to come back to work for you.

Introduce your plan very clearly to them. Tell them the reason behind you doing certain goals and your purpose in general. Show the things that you have already achieved in the past and finally, make sure you give a clear indication that you want to accomplish your goals at any cost.

Tell him/her that many people love and care for them and that, even though it may not feel like it right now, they have a bright future and a lot to live for. Encourage them to seek help from a professional or call a suicide hotline. If you're legitimately concerned about this person's safety, tell a parent what's going on, or just call 911. It's better to be safe than sorry.

You could give them a list of the good reasons why you should get a phone.

You can start by gaining their trust. Show them you're a good person, tell them why you need their help, give them a reason to help you (i.e. if you help me with this, I'll do that for you). If none of these work, appeal to one of their senses (pride, community, modernity, family values, friendship, fear, justice, freedom, patriotism, tradition/custom, etc.).

You could tell them all of the upsides to having social media. For example, being able to communicate with all of your friends and relatives. You could also compromise and let them monitor what you do on social media, who follows you, who you are following, etc. I know that part may not sound so great, but it's better than nothing.

Try to calm the person down first. You can't convince anyone when they are mad.

The most important thing is to understand what they want from you. Are they a psychopath? Do they want your money? Do they want to show off their masculinity to their friends? If they only want your money: show you are submissive, take out your wallet slowly, quickly throw it as far as possible, and run. They will run after the wallet, not you. If they are trying to get social acceptance: Many people referred to as "thugs" will be in groups, trying to appeal to what the other members would want. You need to appeal to their toughness. If you're bigger, make them submissive, and be submissive if you are smaller. Give them what they think they want, to humiliate you.

It depends on why your parents don't let you go there. Just as the article says, you have to know what the place is about and explain to them why you want to go. If it's general issue that they don't let you go out much, then it will need more than those things. You have to make them trust you. You need to have a steady approach and act logically. Time after time of going out to places safe and close to them may make your parents more receptive to more distant locations or more "dangerous" activities. Also, make them trust your friends if you go out with them.

Know your competitors well so that you know what you have to offer that the other banks don't. You could tell potential customers something like "I was a customer at ____ Bank but I suffered a lot when it came to loans, it took me so long to get a soft loan," or "their interest rates were very high," etc. Have the facts at your disposal and be confident and polite when dealing with new potential customers.

If possible, request a transfer back to your old workplace. If you can't do that, then you may just have to find a new job or adjust your expectations at your new job. Work doesn't always have to be fun - you can just keep your head down and work for a paycheck.

Tell him/her how the subject would be good for students in the long run, and/or what skills it'll help them develop for the future.

Show them you are not always focused on your crush. For a week, only focus on anything other than your crush.

Show him that you can bat for longer when you have practice matches. Don't be aggressive, and try to go after every ball. Coaches want their batsmen to be patient and show more technique. If you can play a decently paced innings that last for a little while, you might slowly get promoted to bat higher up the order. You also need to show that you can go after the ball when needed, so maybe pick out which balls you want to attack. And keep working on your bowling, if your coach sees bowling potential in you, you will probably find that helps you getting selected into a team.

Tell them it is school-related and stress any educational aspects to the trip (what you will be learning about, etc.). You can also try telling them that everyone in your peer group is going and it makes you sad to feel left out.

Tell them how the camp will benefit you. Maybe it will get you out of the house, or get you more exercise, you'll get to see your friends, make new ones, etc. Make a list of examples like this and present the list to your parents.

Point out all of the benefits of joining this business. Make it known that you understand your friend's point of view, but that in your opinion, the cost of joining is worthwhile. If he ultimately decides against it, be respectful. It's his money and his choice.

Ask him to come down to your office and tell him it is important.

Pull her aside privately. Start off by saying you've been thinking about this for a long time, and use facts instead of opinions. Rather than saying, “I hate choir," say, “Choir isn’t right for me.” If all else fails, talk to the school guidance counselor.

Try telling them that you feel really comfortable with this friend because you already know her and it's difficult for you to meet and get to know new people. You could also tell them that this friend makes you feel happy and less depressed.

You should be raising your baby in the manner you want, presuming you are providing proper care. If your parents are overstepping their boundaries, tell them this, and remind them that you are the mother and would appreciate they not interfere, in the same manner they expected to raise you without interference. If the problem persists, remove yourself and the baby from the situation and explain to your parents that you're unwilling to spend time with them until they're ready to respect your boundaries.

Simply talk to the friend. However, it is only $5, so you shouldn't ruin a friendship over it.