Discussion Post: Elaboration Likelihood Model of Persuasion
1) Describe a time when you were influenced by someone else to make a substantial change in your life (e.g., change jobs or address a habit, such as to stop smoking). Describe the change you were influenced to make, who influenced you, and the nature of the influence.
2) Apply the ELM (Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasion) model, and explain the experience for you in terms of the ELM components.
3) Explain the ethics of the influence you experienced and how your relationship with the person(s) who influenced you was impacted.
4) Explain insights you gained from analyzing this experience using the ELM model that you would apply the next time you want to make a change in your life or are encouraged to make a change by others.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.