Social Butterflies, 9781782439578
Hardcover
Reclaim social power: Influence yourself for a happier, healthier you.

Social Butterflies

reclaiming the positive power of social networks

$51.98

  • Hardcover

    288 pages

  • Release Date

    31 July 2019

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Summary

Social Butterflies: Reclaiming Social Influence for a Better You

Traditionally, social influence has been something to be studied and guarded against, and this has become even more of a concern recently with the acceleration of modern social media. From trolls posting fake news to sophisticated, artificial-intelligence-led campaigns, it has become clear that events have been swayed by deliberate campaigns to manipulate our social selves and change the course of history.

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9781782439578
ISBN-10:1782439579
Author:Michael Sanders, Susannah Hume
Publisher:Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Imprint:Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:288
Release Date:31 July 2019
Weight:550g
Dimensions:234mm x 153mm x 26mm
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Critics Review

Engaging, fact-filled and profoundly illuminating, this terrific book demonstrates that social influences can be a powerful force for good. It’s inspiring to read – and it should help make the world a lot better. – Cass Sunstein, bestselling author of ‘Nudge’A brilliant guide to some of the key concepts in behavioural science. – Richard Shotton, author of ‘The Choice Factory’This book is a breath of fresh air, showing us how to use our social networks to achieve positive change. – Owain Service, author of ‘Think Small’Michael Sanders is an extraordinary behavioural scientist, and I’m absolutely thrilled that he’s written Social Butterflies to share his insights and knowledge with the world. – Katherine Milkman, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania professor and presenter of the Choiceology podcast

About The Author

Michael Sanders

Michael Sanders (Author)

Michael Sanders is Chief Scientist and Head of Research, Evaluation and Social Action at the Behavioural Insights Team. Michael is an Associate Fellow of the Blavatnik School of Government, where he teaches Behavioural Science and Policy. He is an affiliate of the Harvard Behavioural Insights Group and holds an MSc in Economics and Public Policy, and a PhD in Economics, both from the University of Bristol.

Susannah Hume (Author)

Susannah Hume is Principal Advisor and Head of Skills at the Behavioural Insights Team. She has a multidisciplinary background in political science and public policy, statistical methods, behavioural economics, business and English, including an MSc from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Born in Australia, prior to joining the Behavioural Insights Team, she worked on strategic policy issues in the Australian Government Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.

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