Persuasion and Reasoning

Persuasion and Reasoning
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Introduction
Individuals tend to hold divergent opinions, and it might be hard to convince individuals to take up a particular view on issues.
The issue of persuasion deals with trying to convince individuals to take up a particular position.
The discussion will revolve around trying to understand the concept of persuasion and how that can be achieved effectively.
It will also focus on helping individuals come up with persuasive messages.
Understanding Persuasion and Reasoning
Persuasions deals with trying to ensure that sections of the society agree with a particular outlook on issues.
It arises in a situation where there is a divergence in opinion as it seeks to achieve congruence (Osborn, Osborn & Osborn, 2008).
Persuasion works by coming up with compelling reasons why one should agree with your point of view.
Persuasion is effective if all parties are allowed to voice their opinions
Coming up with Persuasive Messages
One needs to understand their target audience. This will help them model the message in a manner that is acceptable.
The process of persuasions involved various processes including awareness and understanding (Osborn, Osborn & Osborn, 2008).
Persuasive speaking and Informative speaking
Informative speaking focuses on offering options to the audience while persuasion seeks to make one adopt a particular stance.
Informative speakers tend to function as teachers while when persuading one functions as an advocate (Osborn, Osborn & Osborn, 2008).

Persuasive speakers will tend to ask more from the audience since they would like to see them adopt a particular position.
Conclusion
Persuasion can be termed as a technique that is geared towards helping individuals adopt a particular stand.
It is critical to understand how persuasion works and how to make it effective.
One also needs to focus on the process of persuasion and the different aspects such as awareness.
The discussion also focuses on the difference between informative speaking and persuasive speaking.
ReferenceOsborn, S., Osborn, R., & Osborn, M. (2008). Public Speaking Guidebook (1st ed.). Allyn & Bacon, Inc.