Together with July 4th, when the U.S. marks its independence from Great Britain, it's a truly national holiday that includes all citizens in a common purpose, regardless of religious, political or ethnic persuasion.
Instead companies like San Francisco's Morning Star allow employees to make their own commitments – promises to act, rather than using coercion – or forceful persuasion – to get results.
With a few small changes, twisting someone’s arm can become a noun. If someone is good at arm-twisting, they are good at persuading others to do what they want. We can say they are skilled in the art of persuasion.