|
1. Reciprocation: Give her a small gift or do her a favor, she'llfeel obligated to return the favor.
2. Commitment and Consistency: People don't want to be seen as inconsistent. So if she is made to be viewed as a good person, that does what her son-in-law asks for, she will more likely respond to your requests.
3. Social Proof: Very simple. Other mothers don't live with their kids and in law. Do as others do
4. Liking: Maker yourself likeable, she is more likely to respond to your requests. Best way to become likeable. Tell the person you like them.
5. Authority: "I am the man of the house, get out of it" (Of course you have to word it in a more subtle way, you don't want to counter-act steps 1-4).
6. Scarcity: You can forget about this one. Unless you find a way to work it in, it doesn't apply to this situation.
|