ISBN: 0205295878 Binding: Paperback Edition: 8 Author(s): Larry Barker, Deborah Gaut Publisher: Allyn & Bacon Number of Pages: 432
Communication introduces students to the field by stressing how to improve vital communication skills in an increasingly complex technology-infused world This edition offers a fresh perspective on human communication that reflects the most recent advances in theory and research Readers are invited to participate in a journey through classic and contemporary literature In the process they learn about the most basic elements of communication from a number of different perspectives End-of-chapter experiential exercises help students apply content to their own lives
Aspire: Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words
ISBN: 0061964549 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Reprint Author(s): Kevin Hall Publisher: William Morrow Number of Pages: 256
An expert recognized for his uncovering the hidden and often secret meaning of words Kevin Hall now shares his wisdom with us all In Aspire he teaches readers to understand what words mean in their purest sense and unlock their importance as they develop a thoughtful new vocabulary As Stephen R Covey so beautifully elucidates in his foreword "this masterfully written book will help you understand that words have an inherent power a force capable of lighting ones paths and horizons Used correctly and positively words are the first building blocks for success and inner peace Used incorrectly and negatively they are capable of undermining even the best of intentions This is true in business in personal relationships and every other walk of life" By focusing on eleven words-one per chapter--Aspire shows how to use these words as building blocks for success and inner peace The words from the very familiar to the very unusual will become touchstones in personal development and in business
ISBN: 1931682089 Binding: Paperback Edition: 2 Author(s): COLE EDWIN Publisher: WORD And SPIRIT RESOURCES, LLC Number of Pages: 192
Most men would do almost anything to overcome their three primary problems in relationships with women Cole has solid solutions for all three Complete with everyday examples readers will learn to defeat difficulties and create a satisfying peace-filled long-lasting marriage For years men have called this Christian bestseller the "sex and money" book while wives have bought it for husbands in hopes of improving communication Whatever the motiviation thousands of men have turned their relationships around by applying these time-proven patterns and principles
Saying What's Real: 7 Keys to Authentic Communication and Relationship Success
ISBN: 1932073124 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Ph.D. Susan Campbell Publisher: HJ Kramer/New World Library Number of Pages: 176
Whether with friends lovers neighbors family members or business associates the bedrock of healthy relationships is always the same: honest clear communication Drawing on her years of experience as a relationship coach and a teamwork consultant to Fortune 500 companies Susan Campbell shows readers how to drastically improve the quality of their everyday interactions by relying on a simple straightforward approach to communication and letting go of their need to control the outcome Practical techniques for dropping one's defenses are offered as well as a fresh new perspective on using intimate relationships as a form of spiritual practice Other useful tools include seven statements designed to bring the reader's awareness into the present moment as well as handy communication-enhancing phrases and Campbell's insights on the most commonly encountered problems
Business Communication (Harvard Business Essentials)
ISBN: 159139113X Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): N/A Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press Number of Pages: 176
With advice and tools for improving a wide array of communication skills--from delivering an effective presentation to drafting proposals to the effective use of e-mail--Business Communication helps managers deliver information effectively
ISBN: 1570252262 Binding: Spiral-bound Edition: Spi Author(s): John J Liptak, Ester Leutenberg Publisher: Whole Person Associates, Inc Number of Pages: 122
This workbook uses two powerful psychological tools designed to enhance communication skills: self-assessment and journaling Participants will learn more about themselves as well as the impact of effective and ineffective communication patterns Each section of the book uses self-assessments activities journaling and educational handouts to explore: Active listening nonverbal communication communication skills awareness and empathy skills and negotiation skills Each section begins with a self-assessment that is easy to administer score and interpret Follow-up activities journaling and educational handouts - all reproducible help individuals discover their habitual ineffective methods of communicating with others and explore new ways for enhancing interpersonal communications
ISBN: 1436304687 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): John Nielsen Publisher: Xlibris Corporation Number of Pages: 180
"Weather we are dealing with a disagreeable person spouse child team member or difficult client or simply saying NO we attempt or avoid difficult conversations every day
Learn a strategic and purposeful way to communicate with others that will influence your relationships forever Our interest is in helping you learn to connect and disconnect more effectively and collaboratively How much are potential difficult situations costing you in time energy stress and profit How important is resolving those difficult situations to your career and to your important relationships as a leader
Each chapter in this workbook is designed to layout a step by step process in learning and applying basic assertive communication skills Youll gain practical tools for analyzing situations and you will practice and be coached through out the eight chapters in this workbook Learn how to:
Establish immediate rapport Initiate change Facilitate change Reduce stress Rebuild trust Diagnose and resolve internal conflict Deal with conflict effectively and efficiently Handle difficult situations Build a collaboration model Reduce misunderstandings and miscommunications "
PeopleSmart: Developing Your Interpersonal Intelligence
ISBN: 1576750914 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Melvin L. Silberman Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Number of Pages: 251
Everyone is in the people business because all of us deal with other people all the time Thats why its smart to reap the benefits of this eminently practical guide PeopleSmart details the eight essential skills of interpersonal intelligence and provides a powerful plan for becoming more effective in every relationship -- with supervisors coworkers a spouse family and friends The authors present a realistic four-step plan for self-improvement Theyll teach you to see the current depth of each skill in yourself encourage you to develop it provide clear suggestions for how to put it into action and inspire you to live it every day Nothing short of an interpersonal fitness plan complete with creative exercises examples and tools -- PeopleSmart will empower you to become the kind of person who can establish solid relationships connect with others and effectively link the their needs with what you have to offer "As e-commerce commoditizes the world PeopleSmart is the preeminent intelligence Seldom do you see scholars become this practical Theoretically sound Well researched Very reader friendly" -- Stephen Covey author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
ISBN: 157224481X Binding: Paperback Edition: Second Edition Author(s): Matthew McKay PhD, Patrick Fanning, Kim Paleg Ph.D. Publisher: New Harbinger Publications Number of Pages: 328
Love takes work but when it comes to relationships it pays to work smarter Couple Skills Second Edition revised and updated from the therapist-recommended classic will show you how to work smarter in your relationship You'll learn to improve communication cope better with problems and resolve conflicts with the one you love in healthy and creative ways Each chapter teaches you an essential skill that supports greater relationship satisfaction and deeper intimacyNew to this edition is a chapter on using acceptance skills developed from the revolutionary new acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) These new approaches will help you to accept your partner's feelings (and your own emotions) without judgment Using these techniques will help you decide what you really value in your relationship and then commit to acting in ways that further those values every day
Everyone Communicates, Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently
ISBN: 0785214259 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): John C. Maxwell Publisher: Thomas Nelson Number of Pages: 272
The world's most respected leadership expert gives five principles and five practices for breaking the invisible barrier to leadership and personal success You have a good idea but can't convince your peers of its merit You crafted a groundbreaking strategy but the teamtrudges on in the same old way Certain people move forward in their career while you seem to be stuck If this describes you or someone you know the problem is not the quality of what you have to offer The problem is how you connect with people to create the results you desire In Everyone Communicates Few Connect John Maxwell takes readers through the Five Connecting Principles and the Five Connecting Practices of top-notch achievers He believes that a person's ability to create change and results in any organization-be it a company church nonprofit or even a family-is directly tied tothe ability to use the teachings of this book
