Read People Like a Book

How to Analyze, Understand, and Predict People’s Emotions, Thoughts, Intentions, and Behaviors

Patrick King

The book provides strategies and techniques for interpreting various verbal and nonverbal cues to better understand and predict people's underlying emotions and intentions. It offers insights into improving interpersonal communication, enhancing charisma, and building stronger, more empathetic relationships.

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Better Small Talk

Talk to Anyone, Avoid Awkwardness, Generate Deep Conversations, and Make Real Friends

Patrick King

The book provides practical strategies and tips for improving conversational skills, focusing on initiating small talk, navigating through awkward moments, and deepening interactions to foster meaningful relationships. It offers advice on being more engaging and charismatic to enhance social confidence and build genuine connections with others.

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Stop People Pleasing

Be Assertive, Stop Caring What Others Think, Beat Your Guilt, & Stop Being a Pushover

Patrick King

The book provides strategies for overcoming the tendency to prioritize others' needs over one's own, aiming to help readers assert their boundaries and develop self-confidence. It offers practical advice on how to handle guilt, say no without feeling selfish, and break free from the cycle of people-pleasing behavior.

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How to Listen with Intention

The Foundation of True Connection, Communication, and Relationships

Patrick King

The book provides guidance on improving listening skills to foster deeper connections and more effective communication in personal and professional relationships. It offers practical strategies and exercises to help readers become more empathetic listeners and engage in conversations with intention and presence.

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The Science of Overcoming Procrastination

How to Be Disciplined, Break Inertia, Manage Your Time, and Be Productive. Get Off Your Butt and Get Things Done!

Patrick King

The book provides psychological insights and practical strategies for understanding the root causes of procrastination and offers techniques for developing self-discipline, managing time effectively, and enhancing productivity. It includes actionable steps to help readers break through inertia and establish habits that encourage them to take action and complete tasks.

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The Art of Witty Banter

Be Clever, Quick, & Magnetic

Patrick King

The book provides strategies and techniques for engaging in playful, intelligent conversation that captures attention and builds rapport. It includes tips on how to think quickly, use humor effectively, and leave a lasting impression through charismatic dialogue.

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How to Listen, Hear, and Validate

Break Through Invisible Barriers and Transform Your Relationships

Patrick King

The book provides strategies and techniques for improving communication skills by teaching readers to actively listen, accurately interpret what others are saying, and offer validation to build stronger, more empathetic relationships. It focuses on overcoming common listening barriers and enhancing personal charisma through genuine engagement and understanding in conversations.

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The Art of Everyday Assertiveness

Speak Up. Say No. Set Boundaries. Take Back Control.

Patrick King

The book provides strategies and practical advice on how to communicate more assertively in daily life, helping readers to express themselves confidently, set clear boundaries, and effectively handle confrontations without sacrificing their own needs or damaging relationships. It covers techniques for saying no, managing conflict, and maintaining control in personal and professional interactions.

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Improve Your Conversations

Think on Your Feet, Witty Banter, and Always Know What To Say with Improv Comedy Techniques

Patrick King

The book provides readers with techniques derived from improvisational comedy to enhance their conversational skills, teaching them how to think quickly, engage in witty exchanges, and maintain engaging dialogue in various social situations. It offers practical advice and exercises to help individuals become more charismatic and adept at navigating conversations with confidence and ease.

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