Summaries of books about Communication & Social Skills:
The Communication Book
44 Ideas for Better Conversations Every Day
Mikael Krogerus|Roman Tschäppeler
The book presents 44 concise and insightful concepts designed to improve everyday communication skills, ranging from techniques to enhance conversations to strategies for better understanding and being understood. Each idea is explained with clarity and accompanied by illustrations, making the content accessible and practical for readers seeking to enhance their interpersonal communication.
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Winning with People
Discover the People Principles that Work for You Every Time
John C. Maxwell
The book presents 25 principles and practices that aim to improve interpersonal relationships, offering insights and strategies for understanding, influencing, and connecting with others effectively. It provides readers with tools to assess their people skills and actionable advice to foster successful collaborations and build stronger personal and professional relationships.
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ART/WORK
Everything You Need to Know As You Pursue Your Art Career
Heather Darcy Bhandari|Jonathan Melber
The book provides comprehensive guidance for artists on how to navigate the art world professionally, covering topics such as legal issues, gallery relationships, and self-promotion. It offers practical advice on building a career, including how to write artist statements, price artwork, and effectively manage one's time and finances.
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Dealing with People You Can’t Stand
How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst
Rick Brinkman|Rick Kirschner
The book provides strategies for identifying and managing difficult behaviors in people, such as whiners, know-it-alls, and passive-aggressive types. It offers communication techniques and practical tips to transform challenging interactions into cooperative relationships and productive encounters.
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Biff
Quick Responses to High-Conflict People, Their Personal Attacks, Hostile Em
Bill Eddy
The book provides strategies for dealing with high-conflict individuals by teaching readers how to respond quickly and effectively with Brief, Informative, Friendly, and Firm (BIFF) communications. It offers practical advice on managing emotionally charged situations and reducing the escalation of hostility through concise and non-confrontational responses.
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Ask Powerful Questions
Create Conversations That Matter
Will Wise|Chad Littlefield
The book provides guidance on crafting and asking impactful questions that foster meaningful engagement and deeper connections in conversations. It offers practical tools and strategies to enhance communication skills, build trust, and create a collaborative environment in personal and professional settings.
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Living Nonviolent Communication
Practical Tools to Connect and Communicate Skillfully in Every Situation
Marshall Rosenberg
The book provides practical guidance on using Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to enhance personal and professional relationships through empathetic listening and honest self-expression. It offers techniques and exercises to help individuals communicate their needs effectively and resolve conflicts peacefully.
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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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Steal The Show
From Speeches to Job Interviews to Deal-Closing Pitches, How to Guarantee a Standing Ovation for All the Performances in Your Life
Michael Port
The book provides strategies and techniques for delivering impactful speeches and presentations, focusing on preparation, performance, and connecting with any audience. It covers various scenarios from business pitches to public speaking and job interviews, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, stage presence, and audience engagement for a memorable performance.
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25 Ways to Win with People
How to Make Others Feel Like a Million Bucks
John C. Maxwell
The book provides practical tips and strategies for building strong, positive relationships by making others feel valued and appreciated. It offers actionable advice on enhancing interpersonal skills through simple acts of kindness, effective communication, and genuine encouragement.
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