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Public Relations Lessons from ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’
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Public Relations Lessons from ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’

The book offers powerful lessons on how to persuade others—or fail to persuade them—that your perspective is correct.

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, by J.K. Rowling, explores themes such as heroism, sacrifice, overcoming trauma, and the power of friendship, to name only a few. However, one of its most enduring themes has to do with public relations. The book offers powerful lessons on how to persuade others—or fail to persuade them—that your perspective is correct.

The Order of the Phoenix could have been written for today’s political climate. Most of the characters are frightened, and the narrative is dominated by competing versions of events. Accusations of dishonesty fly from all sides. For most of the story, only a handful of people know the truth. As such, we believe the story holds profound lessons for how to conduct ourselves in the present climate if our goal is to convince a majority of Americans to accept our point of view.

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Julian Adorney is the founder of Heal the West, a substack movement dedicated to combating illiberalism via spiritual formation and rebuilding the American community. He is also a member of the Braver Angels media team. https://www.healthewest.org/
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At The Undaunted Man, we help men discover their core identity and reach their true potential. Our mission is simple: to guide men on a journey of growth and development that allows them to thrive and live fulfilled lives.
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Geoff Is a Relationship Architect coach, a men's work coach/leader, and an internationally best selling author of books on how to create & maintain a healthy relationship. He's also the founder of The Undaunted Man men's organization.
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