A marketing expert gets to the heart of why people want certain things, explaining how people can, and have, transformed this desire into success.

Jason Harris, CEO of the powerhouse creative agency Mekanism, argues that genuine persuasion in the twenty-first century is about developing character rather than relying on the easy tactics of flattery, manipulation, and short-term gains. It is about engaging rather than insisting; it is about developing empathy and communicating your values. Based on his experience in and out of the boardroom, and drawing on the latest in-depth research on trust,...

"A surprising look at the hidden power of sound, revealing how people and brands can use it to inspire and persuade -- or annoy From horror movie scores to national anthems to the crunchy sound of potato chips, sound and music greatly impact how we feel about our lives and the messages and products we encounter every day. With the right tools and understanding, anyone can cut through the meaningless noise competing for our attention and learn to use...

"In Emotion by design Nike's former CMO shares lessons and stories from three decades within the company. Readers will learn how Nike continues to not just expand its reach but deepen its bonds through groundbreaking, savvy messaging that's authentic as well. The lesson that he'll return to over and over again is that everything stems from ideas. The only limitations on those ideas come from the limitations an organization places on itself, in terms...