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Quotes from the book Think On Your Feet
"We author our own books, whether we know it or not."
"Within us lie the causes for what happens to us."
"More important than what happens to you or around you is what happens IN you."
"The pain that exists in many people stems from the conflict between what they really are -- expressive, sensitive, gregarious individuals -- and what they have been taught to be by their experience."
"You attract to you the kind of experience that you are thinking about consciously or subconsciously."
"We come to expect too little of ourselves."
"Nonresistance is a loving attitude towards others which recognizes that everyone who comes across our path is there for a reason -- to teach us something about ourselves and our talents."
"Nonresistance means that you raise your consciousness one notch higher."
Communication is the exchange of information, feelings and spirit."
Words communicate information. Attitude conveys feelings."
"By harboring your own personal "enemies list" -- consciously or subconsciously -- you keep yourself out of the flow of the creative process."
Customer Reviews:
This book is really GOOD........2007-07-03
I normally do not take the time to review the books I read. But when I saw this book reprinted for sale, I felt obliged to inform peolpe who are searching to speak up in public, expressing themselves naturally and enjoying it in the process, to urge them to read this book.
At some point in my search to speak out well I found this book. I never since needed any book nor any class. I hope the same to you.
Benny HEINZE, physician and lawyer.
Stand On Your Head.......2006-03-17
In a Monty Python parody of a children's TV show the host explains that, "To play a flute, you blow in one end and run your fingers down the side." In essence, that actually is exactly how to play the flute. "Think On Your Feet" by Ken Wydro suffers a bit from this same tendency to oversimplify the complex and hope nobody notices.
That said, TOYF is a cut above most self-help books of its ilk which appear to have been written by unjustifiably overconfident shoe salesmen with a knack for bundling the obvious into bite-sized, easily-digested nuggets designed to appear more insightful than they actually are. TOYF is not immune, it too is replete with such twaddle, my favorite is his oft-repeated, "Around every circle, a larger circle may be drawn." Equally stupid, and much cuter, is, "Life is for giving, forgiving yourself and others." Balancing this torrent of hackneyed tripe is a fair amount of actual content, much of which is very good.
His last chapter, in particular, offers a nice primer on the elements of effective communication. Wydro is also right on target in thinking that the key to effective presenting lies not in visual aids, rehearsed ad-libs, or meticulously crafted scripts, but in command of the material, passion for message, and desire to reach and benefit one's audience. He affirms that the secret to being a great communicator lies within an individual's personality. All true. But this is where the big cheat comes in.
Wydro has assembled a handful of shortcuts like his "background thought" technique and "write your own book" tactic. Though not without merit, these are quick fixes. Wydro's reasoning is sound and his sources are good, his insights into character and personal growth are lifted directly from Freudian analysis and the mechanics of 12-step recovery programs. However, the kind of personality changes produced by both these sources require years of fearless dedication and hard work. Wydro, like other self-help shoe salesmen, would have you believe you can bypass this work with a few parlor tricks. Caveat emptor. If you take the easy way, you might get kicked in the head.
Amazing Book!.......2003-10-25
Ken Wydro's "Think On Your Feet" will not only transform your speaking and conversation skills, but it will transform the way you think. Many public speaking help books will fill your mind with mechanical tips that everyone, I assume, should already be aware of...i.e., "put inflection into your voice to emphasize your point..." Duh!
Wydro takes a much more top-down, holistic approach to speaking which emphasizes the attainment of an inner stillness (i.e. states of relaxation / self-confidence) as the REAL first step in successful speaking. He not only emphasizes this but gives practical, no-nonsense advice on turning this "inner stillness" into a reality. In this way, Wydro's book is AWESOME, and succeeds where other books fall short.
While many books in this genre will mechanicize your speaking thought process, and, sadly, turn you into an even more self-conscious speaker, Wydro's techniques teach much more: that is, to speak naturally, spontaneously, and freely...
A great find!.......2002-03-21
I first read this book years ago when I began speaking at a Toastmasters group. At first, it helped me with my impromptu speaking. Later, it helped me to begin making small improvements in my daily actions (the slight edge technique). I was very disappointed it was out of print at the time and I couldn't buy a copy for my own library. Recently, a fellow Toastmaster member found it...and bought a copy for me. I was so grateful -- this is a book to read again and again.
I recommend it to all my clients...Deceptively valuable.
This book is a must.......1999-08-05
I stumbled across this book by accident and found that it short cut my self-discovery journey as it helped me to come to terms with some of my feelings and, MOST IMPORTANTLY, helped me to do something practical about these feelings.
I am desperate to get hold of a copy as the one I had originally was a library copy...
Book Description
Learn to develop and sharpen your thinking skills in a wide variety of situations. Exercises allow you to practice and apply thinking skills. From casual customer conversations to formal presentations and media interviews, learn how to think as you speak.
Customer Reviews:
mad woman.......2007-01-18
This book is fine. However, the process in getting the book was horrible. I was done with my thesis defense by the time I got the book then you want me pay again. It took forever to get the book.....bad business. This was totally unacceptable.
Very elementary and not much info here.......2000-11-18
I found this book to be very limited in regard to content. I was looking for more advanced techniques, or at least a more detailed study of actual methods for accomplishing what the title advertises. The author could have presented the main points of this book on a few pages and saved us all the time required to read the filler material. Just about any book you pick up about public speaking or personal communication contains the advice found here. "Repeat the question - It gives you a few more seconds to think about your answer" is about as advanced as the info in this book gets.
An excellent book.......1999-09-05
This book contains all tip and tactics you need to keep conversations and presentations from getting out of hand. If someone is heckling you during an important presentation or asks you a question that you do not know the answer to, this book gives you advice on responding tactfully so you do not look irresponsible, weak, etc.
In essence, this book helps convey the art of BSing. Everyone has known someone in their life who can talk their way out of any situation. This book can help you become someone like that. Very highly recommended!
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Hard to put down........2005-04-09
I have read and re read this book at least a dozen times. The lessons are invaluable for dealing with people in evey day life. Not only business but family situations as well. The book is well laid out and easy to reference. I can now recognize the manipulations that have been used on me in my business and personal life. Now I react without emotions but with clear thinking and with the ability to respond better.
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Makes everything simpler!.......2007-03-08
I left home with NO skills at all, and had to learn a lot from scratch the hard way. This book takes the scariness out of entertaining with simple steps, a lot that can be done ahead of time!! I recommend this book to anyone who is hesitant to have anyone over!
Super Cool Book!.......2006-05-13
I was at one time a hesitant host. I figured you had to be the perfect housekeeper/decorator/cook in order to host a decent party. Since I'm none of these things (not even in my wildest fantasies), I was always very intimidated by the thought of having people over.
Well, I decided I needed to get over that. Along with some decent cookbooks, I picked up this book in my local library and LOVED it! In addition to some wonderful advice, Paula dispels the "perfection" myth, proving all a good host needs is a little organization and a lot of heart. :o) If your guests are made to feel like you REALLY want them there, they won't care if the soup is blue (ala Bridget Jones) or the cat licked all the salt off of the mixed nuts. Serve enough alcohol, and they won't even notice.
Paula also throws in some funny stories, facts and quotes. I enjoyed the book so much, I went ahead and bought myself a copy so I can refer to it whenever I'm planning something. It never fails to a) give me confidence and b) make me chuckle.
Yes, You and have fun entertaining........2006-03-28
I purchased this book on the way to a diplomatic assignment. It offers a wide variety of useful and entertaining information. I often give to new brides and recommend it to experienced friends who want to entertain more. It covers a range from parties in the home to welcoming house guests. The friendly easy way it is writen inspires confidence in the new hostess and encourages experimentation for the more experienced party giver. It is a smart addition to any library and a great gift.
a life saver!.......2002-02-13
I first checked this out of my local library, and then didn't want to return it!
I love friends and cocktails but HATE entertaining, cooking, cleaning, yadda yadda. This gave many practical tips and ideas that actually had me looking forward to giving a party!
ANYONE looking for simple entertaining ideas that WORK will love this book.
Book Description
Leveraging the New Human Capital forever changes the way managers see today's highly complex employees. Through interviews with corporate executives, overviews of available research and four stories of major corporations, the book sets out five specific strategies organizations can use to adapt to this new workforce.
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EXCELLENT GRAND TOUR OF NEW IDEAS FOR ORGANIZATION & HRM.......2005-02-23
An ambitious overview of new approaches to human resources. Key to the book are five adaptive strategies: choosing to invest in people; adopting a new set of beliefs; redefining organizational culture; transforming management practices; and ensuring a fit between the first four strategies based on purpose, culture, and management practices and policies. The adaptive strategies involve rethinking how to achieve business results, reexamining how work is organized, and transforming how people are managed. The book concludes with the effects of adaptive cultures and practices on organizational performance. We at Stern's Management Review (www.FutureOrganization) find this to be an excellent grand tour of new ideas and practices in organization and human resource management. As a premium, the book includes extensive references, making it all the more valuable.
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Title: Leveraging the New Human Capital: Adaptive Strategies, Results Achieved, and Stories of Transformation.(Book Review)
Author: John Malanowski
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Date: September 1, 2005
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 28
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