e Power of Connection How to Guide Any Conversation and Influence with Confidence

by Matthew Madrid

Overview

The Power of Connection: How to Guide Any Conversation

By Matthew Madrid

In every conversation, two silent desires shape the outcome: the need to be heard and the need to feel in control. The Power of Connection reveals how understanding these hidden motivations can transform the way you communicate, persuade, and build trust - in business, relationships, and everyday life.

Through the lens of psychology, Stoic philosophy, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Matthew Madrid shows that true influence doesn't come from dominance - it comes from awareness. You'll learn how to:
- Create instant rapport by giving others the gift of expression.
- Guide conversations without resistance through subtle framing and language.
- Recognize the emotional cues that reveal when someone feels seen - or unseen.
- Master silence, presence, and reflective listening as tools of power.
- Plant ideas ethically and effectively through suggestion and empathy.

Each chapter ends with reflection prompts designed to turn insight into practice, helping you refine your communication habits and deepen your human connections.

The Power of Connection is not just about speaking better - it's about seeing people more clearly, leading with intention, and creating influence that lasts.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798260316474
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	10/03/2025
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.05(d)

About the Author

About the Author

Matthew Madrid is a writer, coach, and speaker dedicated to helping people cultivate confidence, authenticity, and meaningful connection. Blending principles from Stoic philosophy, modern psychology, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), his work explores how self-awareness, empathy, and influence can coexist in a world driven by communication and perception.

Matthew is the creator of the Confidence & Connection framework — a practical system designed to help individuals and leaders communicate with clarity, emotional intelligence, and integrity. His approach emphasizes not manipulation, but mindfulness — guiding readers and clients to inspire trust and create lasting impact through genuine understanding.

When he’s not writing or coaching, Matthew draws inspiration from his wife, Naria, and daughter, Madeline, who remind him that the greatest influence begins at home — through love, patience, and presence.