Communication Problems

Almost every interaction involves negotiation, yet we often miss the cues that would allow us to make the most of these exchanges. In Getting (More of) What You Want, Margaret Neale and Thomas Lys draw on the latest advances in psychology and economics to provide new strategies for anyone shopping for a car, lobbying for a raise, or simply haggling over who takes out the trash. Getting (More of) What You Want shows how inexperienced negotiators regularly leave significant value on the table - and reveals how you can claim it.

Learning how to maintain strong, harmonious work relationships is essential. Unfortunately, at some point in your career, you'll have to work with people whose personalities or habits make every interaction with them a trial. Communications expert Renee Evenson has written the definitive phrasebook on how to confront the situations that can arise when dealing with difficult personalities and bring about a positive outcome. Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Difficult People is packed with practical and easy-to-use tactic.

After two decades as a behavior analyst in the FBI, Robin Dreeke knows a thing or two about sizing people up. He's navigated complex situations that range from handling Russian spies to navigating the internal politics at the Bureau. Through that experience, he was forced to develop a knack for reading people - their intentions, their capabilities, their desires and their fears. In Sizing People Up, Dreeke shares his simple, six-step system that helps you predict anyone's future behavior based on their words, goals, patterns of action, and the situation at hand.

Let's face it: We all know people who are irrational. No matter how hard you try to reason with them, it never works. So what's the solution? How do you talk to someone who's out of control? What can you do with a boss who bullies, a spouse who yells, or a friend who frequently bursts into tears? In his book Just Listen, Mark Goulston shared his best-selling formula for getting through to the resistant people in your life. Now he brings his communication magic to the most difficult group of all - the downright irrational.

Are you tired of feeling unprepared and nervous for your coding interviews? Do you want to stand out from the competition and land your dream job as a software developer or coder? Look no further! "Be a Champion in a Coding Interview" is the ultimate guide to interview success that will transform you into an interview superstar. Unleash a treasure trove of insights with this groundbreaking book from a renowned coach and bestselling author. Its pages reveal a compilation of 100 finely-tuned, top-notch queries and expert answers. These queries are strategically designed to assess your ...

Here at last is a clear, easy-to-follow interpretation of the classic Chinese text The Art of War by Sun Tzu which incorporates modern business lessons to make this relevant and accessible to today's executive facing strategic and competitive challenges. For years, business schools and professional consultants have turned to Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old Chinese text for its invaluable commentary on such topics as leadership, strategy, organization, competition and cooperation.

“Do it Like a Pilot” takes the reader into the flight deck – one of the most complicated workplaces ever designed and operated by among the most efficient teams ever trained. The success of flight crews can be attributed to clarity, simplicity and process. This involves taking what may seem to be involved and overwhelming, or even life-threatening tasks and breaking them down into smaller, logical and achievable steps. Simple and concise - this book will explain these methods and offers a framework that can be overlaid upon your business, or your life.

Should I move in with this person? Should I quit my job? When is the “right time” to have another child? All these life-altering questions at the juncture of money and love can be overwhelming. Often, we answer them either by staying overly rational or by only listening to our—at times fickle—hearts. Hardly ever, when faced with daunting questions, do we have the keys to combine both head and heart in a balanced and fulfilling way.

Are you looking for a Relationship Help That Doesn't Feel Like Homework? Ditch the Boring Advice – This Workbook is Your Comedic Relief Okay, fellow survivors of the relationship rollercoaster, ditch the self-help books promising instant bliss and strap in for a truth bomb: this workbook won't magically erase your partner's ability to leave wet towels on the bathroom floor or vanish car keys into thin air. BUT, it just might give you the best ammunition for your next couples therapy session... or at least some hilarious stories to share over drinks with your equally bewildered friends. ...

Happy Marriage: How To Deal With a Bad Marriage Marriage has become more self-determining and being hopefulness doesn't promise well for your marriage. The path to a happy life is kindness and daily love. In other words, happiness is also considered to be a simple game of lost & found: where you lose the things you take for granted and you would experience immense happiness once the things are found. Good, lasting marriages are made up of two conscious individuals that have the desire to work on themselves with the determination to stay focused on the importance of their marriage. They do ...

Are you a successful leader or aspiring to be one? Do you dream of climbing the corporate ladder faster than others? Would you like to know what truly separates highly productive individuals who consistently achieve excellence from the rest? If you answered yes to these questions, this book is your blueprint to unlock your full potential. Productivity is not merely a skill but an art; a fine balance of time, energy, and focus that leads to meaningful outcomes. But what if the secret to success lies in mastering a set of traits that transcend industries, ambitions, and even people? This ...

Decades of research demonstrates that we often have an over-inflated sense of self and are rarely as good as we believe. Perfectly Confident is the first book to bring together the best psychological and economic studies to explain exactly what confidence is, when it can be helpful, and when it can be destructive in our lives.

Learning How to Consult Effectively is full of practical, powerful solutions from the Divine Physician, a source we can trust. It gives lots of examples and stories to inform us of the Bahá’í concept of consultation, and is relevant for individuals, families and Baha’i Institutions. In it you will discover the attitudes, barriers and benefits of effective consultation. You will learn the role of criticism and handling disagreements; understand how to make good decisions (including a section on situations relating to abuse and violence); what it means to meet with an Assembly, and what...

Do you think that you have to be a lawyer to have the skills that are needed to become a leader and resolve problems that you may come across? Think again. What if I told you that simply by listening to this audiobook, you will be in a better place to solve any problem or become a leader in any situation? Think Like a Lawyer...Even if You’re Not One is the audiobook that you need to make sure that you have the skills and tools you need to take on anything that gets in your way, and solve any problem like a boss.

Are you searching for the perfect gift for your 9-year-old? Look no further and step into the world of "Super Life Skills for Amazing 9-Year-Olds: Thrive, Learn, and Have Fun”! This isn't just a book—it's an interactive workbook packed with actionable tips, empowering exercises, and fun games, covering a spectrum of life skills essential for your child's present and future. Curious about what awaits inside? ⏳Discover the art of time-management, ensuring your 9-year-old learns the value of each precious moment. 🤔Equip your child with the tools to master the skill of decision-making ...

A powerful truth lies at the heart of lasting business success: when relationships thrive, everyone wins. Rooted in empirical research and decades of experience working directly with elite-level business owners, Russ Alan Prince, a leading authority in the private wealth industry, and Frank V. Carone, Founder and Chairman of Oaktree Solutions and one of the foremost experts on negotiating, unveil the transformative Everyone Wins Process—a proven four-step methodology for building and optimizing relationships that foster ethical, practical, long-term success, and financial freedom. Why The...

Grow Your Spine & Manage Abrasive Leadership Behavior: A Guide for Those Who Manage Bosses Who Bully shows managers how to fearlessly manage bosses who behave badly, ensuring a psychologically safe workplace. Abrasive leaders rub their coworkers the wrong way, with behaviors ranging from mild offense to open attack. Their bullying behaviors cause interpersonal friction that grates on subordinates, peers, and often superiors, eroding motivation and disrupting the smooth flow of work. They can inflict deep wounds and intense suffering on employees, who find themselves unwillingly relegated to...

Shyness, anxiety, fear, and low self-esteem in children are more common than ever before. The isolation, social distancing, and masking of our children have resulted in many becoming withdrawn, lacking friends, and victims of bullying. Unless things change, they may grow up lacking basic social skills and problem-solving abilities and find life very challenging as a young adult. Seven in ten parents say children’s post-pandemic social skills have declined! But there are things you can do as a parent to empower your child with absolute and effortless confidence!

You want to make better decisions. You want to be right more of the time professionally and personally. However, being more right consistently is a hard problem because the world is such a complex, evolving place. How do you navigate this complexity? Mental models are decision-making tools that guide our perception of the world and our behaviour in it. They help us understand life, make decisions and solve problems. The best models help us make intelligent investments, develop groundbreaking technologies and even travel to outer space.

Have you ever walked away from an argument and suddenly thought of all the brilliant things you wish you'd said? Do you avoid certain family members and colleagues because of bitter, festering tension that you can't figure out how to address? Now, finally, there's a solution: a new framework that frees you from the trap of unproductive conflict and pointless arguing forever.