Summaries of books about Communication & Social Skills:
Coach the Person, Not the Problem
A Guide to Using Reflective Inquiry
Marcia Reynolds
The book provides a framework for coaches to facilitate transformative conversations by focusing on the individual's thought processes rather than the immediate problem at hand. It emphasizes the use of reflective inquiry to help clients gain awareness and discover their own solutions through guided introspection and powerful questioning.
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The People Code
It's All About Your Innate Motive
Taylor Hartman.
The book presents a personality system that categorizes people into four core color-coded motives—Red (power), Blue (intimacy), White (peace), and Yellow (fun)—to help readers understand and improve their interpersonal relationships. It provides insights and strategies for recognizing one's own innate motive and those of others, aiming to enhance communication, empathy, and personal growth.
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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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How to Win Friends and Influence People for Teen Girls
Donna Dale Carnegie
The book provides teenage girls with practical advice on building self-confidence, fostering genuine relationships, and effectively communicating with others. It adapts Dale Carnegie's timeless principles to address contemporary challenges faced by young women, such as dealing with peer pressure and navigating social media.
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Make Yourself Unforgettable
How to Become the Person Everyone Remembers and No One Can Resist
Dale Carnegie
The book provides strategies and advice on how to develop a memorable presence, enhance communication skills, and build strong personal relationships. It emphasizes the importance of self-confidence, empathy, and a positive attitude in making a lasting impression on others.
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Unbound
A Woman's Guide to Power
Kasia Urbaniak
The book provides strategies and tools for women to reverse traditional power dynamics, assert themselves, and navigate societal expectations. It combines practical exercises with insights into communication and power dynamics to empower women in their personal and professional lives.
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Pitch Perfect
How to Say It Right the First Time, Every Time
Bill McGowan
The book provides strategic advice on effective communication, offering techniques to craft compelling messages and deliver them with confidence. It covers various scenarios, from interviews and speeches to everyday conversations, emphasizing clarity, brevity, and the importance of storytelling.
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Long Story Short
The Only Storytelling Guide You'll Ever Need
Margot Leitman
The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of storytelling, providing readers with practical advice, exercises, and tips to improve their narrative skills. It covers the essentials of crafting compelling stories, from finding one's unique voice to the importance of honesty and vulnerability in connecting with an audience.
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Connect
Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues
Carole Robin.
The book provides insights and practical tools for developing deeper, more meaningful relationships by drawing on the principles taught in the popular Interpersonal Dynamics course at Stanford Business School. It emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and effective communication skills in fostering strong connections with others.
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Confessions of a Public Speaker
Scott Berkun
The book provides an insider's perspective on the art of public speaking, sharing personal anecdotes, practical tips, and techniques to engage and captivate an audience. It covers common fears, preparation strategies, and the realities of making a living as a speaker.
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