Summaries of books about Communication & Social Skills:
What Do I Say Next?
Talking Your Way to Business and Social Success
Susan RoAne
The book provides practical advice and strategies for effective communication in both business and social settings, focusing on the art of conversation. It offers tips on how to start conversations, keep them flowing, and gracefully exit them, while also addressing networking, remembering names, and handling difficult situations.
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Beyond Coding
How Children Learn Human Values through Programming
Marina Umaschi Bers
The book explores the intersection of child development and computer programming, arguing that teaching kids to code also offers opportunities to instill important social and ethical values. It presents a framework for integrating coding education with discussions on character development, empathy, and creativity, emphasizing the role of technology in shaping young minds beyond technical skills.
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Develop Your Assertiveness
Sue Bishop
The book provides practical strategies and exercises to help individuals develop assertiveness skills, enabling them to communicate more effectively, set boundaries, and handle conflict with confidence. It covers techniques for saying 'no', giving and receiving criticism constructively, and improving self-esteem to empower personal and professional growth.
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Negotiating with a Bully
Take Charge and Turn the Tables on People Trying to Push You Around
Greg Williams
The book provides strategies and tactics for effectively dealing with bullies in negotiation scenarios, offering readers insights on how to recognize bullying tactics, maintain composure, and assertively stand up for their interests without being intimidated. It includes practical advice on turning the tables to gain leverage and achieve favorable outcomes in the face of aggressive or unfair negotiation tactics.
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The Relationship Code
Engage and Empower People with Purpose and Passion
Margaret McCraw
The book provides insights and strategies for building and nurturing effective personal and professional relationships through understanding behavioral patterns and communication styles. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with others authentically and passionately to foster connections that are both fulfilling and productive.
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Qual-Online
The Essential Guide: What every researcher needs to know about conducting and moderating interviews via the web
Jennifer Dale|Susan Abbott
The book serves as a comprehensive manual for researchers on how to effectively conduct and moderate qualitative interviews over the internet, providing practical tips, techniques, and insights into the nuances of online research methodologies. It covers the planning stages, execution, and analysis of web-based interviews, ensuring researchers can gather rich, insightful data in a digital environment.
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The Art of Crossing Cultures
Craig Storti
The book provides insights and practical advice on adapting to new cultural environments, addressing the emotional and psychological challenges of living and working in a foreign culture. It offers strategies for minimizing culture shock and maximizing the potential to learn and grow from diverse cultural experiences.
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The Interview Kit
Richard H. Beatty
The book provides comprehensive guidance on preparing for job interviews, including strategies for answering common questions, tips for making a strong impression, and techniques for negotiating salary. It also offers insights into the interviewer's perspective, helping candidates understand what employers are looking for and how to effectively showcase their skills and experience.
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