Book Description
A personalized program to help you:
·Bridge the gender gap ·Negotiate power dynamics ·Talk to teens, children, and elders ·Build intimate communication ·Manage emotions in difficult conversations ·Be assertive ·Learn to say no ·Master the art of persuasion
When we asked Dr. Matt McKay—coauthor of Messages: The Communication Skills Book, New Harbinger publisher, and psychologist in private practice—how many of his couples clients had communication problems, he answered without hesitation that it is 100%.
Simply put, skill at communicating with others is the single largest determinant of anyone's happiness, and success. Rewarding and lucrative careers, strong and lasting friendships, meaningful and satisfying romance all hang on this one uniquely human ability.
The original Messages taught you to listen well, disclose honestly, and express truthfully while communicating with others. This workbook helps you apply these skills specifically to different aspects of your life. Step-by-step worksheets, fill-in exercises, and case stories help you avoid communication pitfalls and make long-lasting, life-enhancing changes. The workbook extends the techniques of Messages to a wide range of situations: Exercises teach you to communciate with teens and children. They help facilitate partner understanding by exploring gender communication differences. The workbook guides you through challenging communication situations like talking through a power dynamic with a boss or a subordinate, with elders, or with people of different cultures. An important chapter applies emotion-regulation techniques from dialectical behavior therapy to communication, teaching you to express yourself effectively even when feeling emotionally unstable.
Customer Reviews:
A "lifesaver" book.......2007-07-30
I bought the book some time ago, and sincerely, I start to read it last week.I read "making contact" chapter first, because I start a Network Marketing business, and "approach" (making contact) is a must in business. Well, that chapter change my mind in approach people. They (autors), say what you think when approach people,(and it is true), and how to change that think, for a better approach. That chapter alone is worth the price that I paid. I still finish the book but I am very excited to say that if you want to communicat better with anybody that book will done.
Book Description
How often do you flnd yourself on the losing end of an argument? What percentage of your success in life depends on your success in conversation? Believe it or not, if you are like most people, your answer would be 98 percent or more.
Do you have a plan ready when you find yourself confronting an adversary at work? At home? On a dark street at night? Or do you just react from habit or emotion? As George Thompson says, "When you react, the event controls you. When you respond, you're in control."
Verbal Judo is a philosophy that can show you how to be better prepared in every verbal encounter: How to listen and speak more effectively; how to engage people through empathy (the most powerful word in the English language); how to avoid the most common conversational disasters; how, instead, to have a proven, easily remembered strategy that will allow you to successfully communicate your point of view and take the upper hand in most disputes.
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A must for anyone who deals with difficult people.......2007-08-15
I am an acoustical and systems design consultant, and prior to that have held jobs in sound contracting and public assembly facility technical operations for a total of approximately 25 years. As anybody who has worked in the entertainment, performing arts, hospitality, or religious world can attest, I come into contact with more than my fair share of difficult people and tense situations.
This book and the courses authorized or taught by its author were highly recommended to me approximately 15 years ago by a police lieutenant who gave a guest lecture in a criminology class I was taking in college. This same officer also mentioned the book at an in-house training event at the university sports/concert arena where I worked at the time. It is with no small amount of embarrassment that I must report that it took me until last year to "get around to" buying and reading this book. I certainly could have used its advice, even years before it was written!
Suffice it to say that Verbal Judo is the type of book that is enlightening upon the initial read-through, but whose true value only comes from steady effort to change one's behaviors from long-held bad habits. I believe learning would be far more effective with ongoing practice and coaching, just as with a physical martial art. However, until such a dojo opens its doors in my fair city, I shall have to make do with re-reading the book and discussing its application with others who have been similarly blessed by its wisdom.
Outstanding book and program.......2007-07-16
We are taught Verbal Judo in my line of work. It's an outstanding program. The book goes into how the program originated and explains it in detail. If you're into law enforcement, security or EMS this book should be mandatory reading.
A must read for all Law Enforcement........2007-06-19
I have heard the term "verbal judo" tossed around at work since first becoming a Deputy Sheriff with a metro Atlanta Sheriff's Office almost a year ago. For a few years verbal judo was taught to all new deputies but apparently our department let our certification lapse and as such when I joined it had ceased to be taught.
Well I want to be the best deputy that I can be and thus I went and ordered this book. I couldn't put it down! I carried it with me while I worked at the jail and read it in my office on my down time. In two days I finished the book and felt like I had a new weapon to add to my arsenal when dealing with people.
I liked the book so much, I actually loaned it to another deputy on my shift and like wise he couldn't put it down. Another deputy saw him reading the book, asked him where he got and she then proceed to track me down and ask if she could borrow the book next.
The books made me rethink all the altercations I have had at the jail and even in life. How I could have handle things better. As I prepare to go to academy in September and then shortly afterwards, the road, I feel that by taking the time to educate myself on this vital concept, I have greatly helped prepare myself for not only the road but for life itself.
THIS BOOK REALLY,REALLY, SUCKS!!!.......2007-06-06
THIS BOOK TITLE IS VERY MISLEADING..IT DOESN'T GIVE THE TYPE OF KNOWLEDGE IT IMPLIES..IF YOU WANT ANY TYPE OF SKILL, IN TERMS OF COMMUNICATION OR OTHERWISE, THE 48 LAWS OF POWER HAS IT! AS DOES ALL OF ROBERT GREENES OTHER BOOKS..THAT IS AN AUTHOR THAT DOESN'T FALSE ADVERTISE! HE TEACHES EXACTLY WHAT HE CLAIMS AND MUCH MORE!CHECK HIM OUT.THE ART OF SEDUCTION BY GREENE IS ALSO MUCH MORE HELPFUL IN VERBAL SITUATIONS, THOUGH NOT AS MUCH AS HIS OTHER TWO BOOKS.BUYING HIS THREE DEFINITELY WON'T DISAPPOINT
The 48 Laws of Power
Very good book.......2007-05-24
I found this book very interesting and useful.
I wish only not to forget to refresh verbal judo guidelines - I tend
to return to my old , not sophisticated ways of dealing with difficult people..
The idea of "Verbal Judo" makes all the ideas in this book memorable
and significant . Good attitude and wise form of presentation.
I really thank the author for this remarkable book
Book Description
Make ideas contagious through every channel of communication
Viral marketing -- word-of-mouth marketing that spreads rapidly -- is now mainstream, but some of its concepts are still catching on in the realm of public relations. Drawing partly on the theories of evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins, who used the phrase "meme" to describe a self-replicating unit of cultural information, Andy Green shows how contagious ideas --or memes -- can spread through PR communications like a virus. This stimulating, original book shows how to harness the power of communication to send out a message not just virally, but through online traditional channels as well.
Book Description
Defining proven principles of communication, this book shows how to effectively communicate the gospel and any other message of importance.
Customer Reviews:
Guide to communicate the gospel........1999-07-01
I Hate Witnessing has been studied in several thousand churches and is used as a text book and/or as supplementary reading in a number of colleges. Originally published by Regal Books, it is now published by ACTS Communications.
Pastor Ernie Cox of Ontario, Canada, said I've just finished reading I Hate Witnessing and have to say that it is the best thing I've ever read on communicating the gospel."
Pastor Sol Hicks of Albany, Georgia, said, "Your book, I Hate Witnessing, was great ~ the most genuine thing on personal evangelism in printed form."
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Complete Book of Effective Personal Letters
Robert Tietz , and
Elaine Tietz
Manufacturer: Prentice Hall Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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| History & Criticism
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ASIN: 0131560190 |
Customer Reviews:
TV programs.......1999-11-16
A 300 word review of a choice of TV programs as listed World in action. Changing room. BIRDING WITH BILL ODDIE.
Book Description
Speaking effective English! is the definitive "listen & learn" speech program!
In this breakthrough audio program, three of America's top voice coaches give you the tools you need to speak clearly, powerfully, and effectively -- and get what you want through the power of speech! With this audiobook, you will learn:
- How to make a knockout first impression
- How to minimize accents and dialects
- How to overcome "stage fright"
- Powerful public speaking strategies
- Job interview strategies
- Voicemail do's and don'ts
- The top 10 vocal sins
With these and other valuable strategies in Speaking Effective English!, you will improve your speech and reap the rewards of success!
Customer Reviews:
Just Plain AWFUL!.......2007-08-03
I hate to be so negative, but do not waste your time or money on this item. It delivers nothing that it promises, in fact, it doesn't even seem to have a genuine purpose at all. Several 'professional' speakers crack endless lame jokes about contemporary speech and hold a painfully stinted scripted conversation about the vital importance of speaking well, patting themselves on the back about how accomplished they all are in that area while imparting nothing in the way of instruction. In fact, I found two of the speakers miserable to listen to! The female was much too loud and excessively animated while one of the males was so nasal that you could hear the air running through the back of his sinuses as he talked, clicking epiglottis and all - things that they cautioned the listeners against doing themselves!
I couldn't finish this set, after the first CD, the speaker's voices were like nails on a chalkboard and I dropped it back off at the library the first chance I got.
More of a Broad Overview than a Lesson.......2000-01-14
I bought this tape expecting the "listen and learn" method of better speech that was promised. There are only two short exercises given in the 2 tapes, the rest is general information; some of which is unecessary, such as interview tips and how to keep your vocal chords healthy. I wish they would have taken more time to give concrete help.
Customer Reviews:
Usefull, maybe too simple.......2007-01-31
Actually, when buying this book I expected some advices and examples, but the book is "examples only". Which is not necessary bad, but... I still expected more "meat".
Anyway, the book is useful, I used it more than once when I needed to write some important message and had no time nor inspiration to make it simple and to the point. Of course, in some cases you have to be careful and have in mind that some examples are applicable only for United States, but not for Europe too (i.e. some motivational letters for job applications in Europe could sound more funny than serious, but...), but even in that situation, I guess it's better with this book than without it.
In general, content is useful, it saves time, but you still have to think about what, and whom are you writing to. But, I guess that you should do it anyway.
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Career Bounce-Back!: Reemployment Toolbox Workbook
J. Damian Birkel
Manufacturer: Career Bounceback, Inc
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Binding: Paperback
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Career Bounce-Back!: Surfing the Emotional Wave
ASIN: 0972062912 |
Book Description
This companion workbook offers exercises, resources, and strategies for generating an effective and practical job-search plan. Its methodical approach fully prepares individuals for beginning the job search, teaching effective communication with potential employers, providing examples of superior resumes, and supplying frequently asked questions and their appropriate answers. Job seekers learn how to research companies and jobs, how to create winning resumes and flawless cover letters, how to establish networking contacts, and how to sharpen interviewing skills. Also discussed are useful steps for reducing stress and developing a positive attitude.
Book Description
Living off savings is much different than living from paycheck to paycheck. It requires a very different kind of budget and a very different financial plan. Don't be caught off guard when you make the switch because financial errors at this time can be very costly.
Finances After 55 is a book for people who are already retired or who will be retiring in the next decade. This is not a "retire rich" investment book. It's a practical guide that shows you how to take what you already have saved and manage your money and assets to live a full and successful retired life.
When you retire (if you haven't already), you will need a financial plan that takes into account your changing needs. And you'll need a lot more than just a budget. The plan should include a will, estate plan, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, insurance, and an end-of-life plan. Finances After 55 shows you how to get all your personal finance and business matters in order.
With the sound financial planning and budgeting outlined in this book, you can make a successful transition from life with a paycheck, to a life with savings.
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Your guide to a financially secure retirement
C. Colburn Hardy
Manufacturer: Harper & Row
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0060150343 |
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