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A powerful exploration of how we pay attention that will transform the ways we connect with one another – at home, at work, and beyond. Paying attention is a crucial human skill, yet many of us have forgotten how to listen carefully and observe intentionally. Deluged by social media and...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Award-winning actor Alan Alda tells the fascinating story of his quest to learn how to communicate better, and to teach others to do the same. With his trademark humor and candor, he explores how to develop empathy as the key factor. “Invaluable.”—Deborah...

This short, opinionated audiobook addresses the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, which argues that the language we speak shapes the way we perceive the world. Linguist John McWhorter argues that while this idea is mesmerizing, it is plainly wrong. It is language that reflects culture and worldview, not the other way around.

You don’t need a perfect apology. You need a plan. Bitterness Is a Bad Look is a practical guide to ending the mental replays and taking your peace back—without denying the truth of what happened or your right to a well-deserved apology (even if it never comes).

In today's world, communication feels more complicated than ever. Words are chosen carefully. Conversations are approached cautiously. And in many cases, silence feels safer than speaking openly. But what happens when the effort to communicate thoughtfully begins to interfere with communication itself?

Personal presence is difficult to define but easy to recognize. People with presence carry themselves in a way that turns heads. When they talk, people listen. When they ask, people answer. When they lead, people follow. Personal presence can help you get a date, a mate, a job, or a sale. It can help you lead a meeting, a movement, or an organization. Presence is not something you're born with - anyone can learn these skills, habits, and traits.

Why Does Love Sometimes Look Like Self-Abandonment? is a deep and compassionate exploration of how love can sometimes disguise itself as losing oneself. If you’ve ever felt like loving someone means sacrificing your own needs, boundaries, or identity, this book will help you understand the fine line between love and self-abandonment—and how to reclaim your wholeness.

Whether you are a school leaver or a recent graduate, How to Interview with Impact will give you the confidence and skills needed to land your first job or university place. With its practical advice and easy-to-follow format, this book is a must-listen for anyone looking to kickstart their career and reduce those nerves when interviewing.

How to Make Them Look Stupid is your no-fluff, razor-sharp playbook for shutting them down—fast, smart, and with a smirk. Written in the biting, brilliant voice of someone who’s had enough, this isn’t about petty insults. It’s about mastering the art of verbal self-defense—turning their own words into weapons and leaving them floundering while everyone else enjoys the show.

This story will provide you with a different way of thinking about love, relationships (any type), disagreements, and behaviors. This book gives you clarity and motivates you to look at situations in a more balanced way. Take a journey through the mind of this author. Communication is effective, and not communicating could be confusing yet also revealing.

From the early stages of childhood development, a child learns from adults about boundaries and self-expression. When a child is bullied in all ways, as well as sexually, their view of the world becomes distorted. At age four, those boundaries were cast aside and thus my view of relationships, women, and sex was forever altered. It set the scene for later life where I had multiple relationships, cybersex, experiences with promiscuous women.

Our world is more interconnected than ever. In this era, communication skills allow you to see opportunities that many are blind too. Charisma is a competitive advantage.

This chapter-level book can help make you wealthy and happy, or, depending on your situation, wealthier and happier. But only if you approach it with an open mind. Start with this thought: Your success in your professional, financial, and personal life depends to a great extent on your ability to articulate.

This book has been written to answer the question when it comes to emotional intelligence, “Who’s it for?” Over the years, since emotional intelligence has made its way back into the mainstream, hundreds of books have been written on the topic. I, for one, am glad to see this level of interest in what is sometimes seen as a “warm and fuzzy” topic. This perception is slowly changing. Most of the writings focus on “leaders” or “leadership” and their need to be or use emotional intelligence. But, is that where it stops?

Así que la pregunta sigue siendo: ¿es posible leer a la gente con precisión y responder adecuadamente a sus señales? La respuesta es un obvio sí. Sin embargo, tendrás que someterte a cierto autoanálisis y también prestar atención a los demás. Una vez que estés más presente en las interacciones cotidianas, comenzarás a localizar señales y patrones de comportamiento que revelan mucho más de lo que la palabra dicha será capaz de hacer. Para leer a la gente, tienes que estar atento y ser emocionalmente.

Esta completa guía incluye secciones sobre técnicas de la comedia stand-up, como la escritura de chistes de una sola línea y el desarrollo de un personaje escénico. También ofrece una visión detallada de las técnicas de la comedia de improvisación, como el uso de callbacks y la creación de personajes para conseguir efectos cómicos. Además, hay un montón de recursos para encontrar inspiración de cómicos profesionales en línea y fuera de línea.

In order to maximize your political savvy, you need to become more aware of your power and those who are successfully managing the informal organizational chart around you. We'll give you tips on power and politics that will make you more effective and positively impact your perception in the workplace.