Iris Gavric and Matthias Renger: Shitmoves

Professor Yu-Hsien Lin talks about ‘Shitmoves’ by Iris Gavric and Matthias Renger.

‘Shitmoves’ are manipulative techniques used in conversation instead of factual arguments, with a single purpose: to win at any cost. And let's be honest: we've all used one or two shitmoves at some point, either as victims or witnesses. In relationships, at work, on talk shows, at the supermarket. And if that bothers you, this book is just right for you.

Almost all of the world's problems arise from communication and can be solved through communication. The only prerequisite is that we must not want to win the conflict, but rather win over the person. Otherwise, sooner or later we will resort to shit moves. But how do you recognise them? And how do you respond to them? This book answers these and many more questionable questions on the subject of manipulation. So it's best not to let it fall into the wrong hands.

Yu-Hsien Lin, professor at Tamkang University, will discuss with the audience how to recognise manipulation and win people over honestly.