How to start and make a conversation [electronic book] : how to talk to anyone in 30 seconds or less / Christopher Gottschalk.
By: Gottschalk, Christopher [author]
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BookPublisher: Ocala : Atlantic Publishing Group, 2010Copyright date: ©2010Description: online resource (290 pages).Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781601383839 (paperback); 9781601386403 (e-book).Subject(s): Interpersonal communicationDDC classification: 158.2 Online resources: Access eBook Summary: Whenever you talk to someone, you have less than ten seconds to capture their attention and another twenty to hold it to you. This window, or opening to getting to know someone is incredibly vital for every salesman, marketing exec, or manager out there who has ever had an important phone call or meeting. But, it is equally as important for the scores of individuals who feel nervous or uncomfortable talking to strangers a figure estimated by many psychological studies to be upwards of 70% of individuals. Being able to have a quick and comfortable conversation can be helpful in almost every aspect of your life, in your career, your family, and your love life. This book was written for those in the vast majority who feel nervous or unhinged the second they step into an unfamiliar conversation. In 30 seconds or less, with this book, you will be able to start and hold a conversation with nearly anyone. You will learn how to start making small talk and what is so important about being able to hold a conversation to start with. From the basic tenets of how you feel about yourself to how you assume other people see you, you will learn what conversation entails and what you can expect in one when you let down your guard and simply start talking. You will learn how to start a conversation and what people do to keep a conversation going. You will learn some basic concepts of what people are interested in talking about and how to avoid those awkward pauses through preparation. Social interaction and discussion has been discussed with leaders in business, education, and psychology and their insights have been included to help even the shyest of individuals understand what they need to know to effectively start and hold conversations with anyone regardless of their current situation. Learn how to carry the clout in a conversation and which crimes andSummary: misdemeanors you can avoid to keep from feeling embarrassed. Learn how to gracefully exit a casual conversation and finally learn how to meet new people and find conversations to start by attending or holding networking events, holiday parties, or attending the much dreaded singles scene. For anyone who has ever felt shy and uncomfortable, this book is a necessary tool for understanding and initiating conversation. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed. This Atlantic Publishing eBook was professionally written, edited, fact checked, proofed and designed. The print version of this book is 288 pages and you receive exactly the same content. Over the years our books have won dozens of book awards for content, cover design and interior design including the prestigious Benjamin Franklin award for excellence in publishing. We are proud of the high quality of our books and hope you will enjoy this eBook version.
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Whenever you talk to someone, you have less than ten seconds to capture their attention and another twenty to hold it to you. This window, or opening to getting to know someone is incredibly vital for every salesman, marketing exec, or manager out there who has ever had an important phone call or meeting. But, it is equally as important for the scores of individuals who feel nervous or uncomfortable talking to strangers a figure estimated by many psychological studies to be upwards of 70% of individuals. Being able to have a quick and comfortable conversation can be helpful in almost every aspect of your life, in your career, your family, and your love life. This book was written for those in the vast majority who feel nervous or unhinged the second they step into an unfamiliar conversation. In 30 seconds or less, with this book, you will be able to start and hold a conversation with nearly anyone. You will learn how to start making small talk and what is so important about being able to hold a conversation to start with. From the basic tenets of how you feel about yourself to how you assume other people see you, you will learn what conversation entails and what you can expect in one when you let down your guard and simply start talking. You will learn how to start a conversation and what people do to keep a conversation going. You will learn some basic concepts of what people are interested in talking about and how to avoid those awkward pauses through preparation. Social interaction and discussion has been discussed with leaders in business, education, and psychology and their insights have been included to help even the shyest of individuals understand what they need to know to effectively start and hold conversations with anyone regardless of their current situation. Learn how to carry the clout in a conversation and which crimes and misdemeanours you can avoid to keep from feeling embarrassed. Learn how to gracefully exit a casual conversation and finally learn how to meet new people and find conversations to start by attending or holding networking events, holiday parties, or attending the much dreaded singles scene. For anyone who has ever felt shy and uncomfortable, this book is a necessary tool for understanding and initiating conversation.
Whenever you talk to someone, you have less than ten seconds to capture their attention and another twenty to hold it to you. This window, or opening to getting to know someone is incredibly vital for every salesman, marketing exec, or manager out there who has ever had an important phone call or meeting. But, it is equally as important for the scores of individuals who feel nervous or uncomfortable talking to strangers a figure estimated by many psychological studies to be upwards of 70% of individuals. Being able to have a quick and comfortable conversation can be helpful in almost every aspect of your life, in your career, your family, and your love life. This book was written for those in the vast majority who feel nervous or unhinged the second they step into an unfamiliar conversation. In 30 seconds or less, with this book, you will be able to start and hold a conversation with nearly anyone. You will learn how to start making small talk and what is so important about being able to hold a conversation to start with. From the basic tenets of how you feel about yourself to how you assume other people see you, you will learn what conversation entails and what you can expect in one when you let down your guard and simply start talking. You will learn how to start a conversation and what people do to keep a conversation going. You will learn some basic concepts of what people are interested in talking about and how to avoid those awkward pauses through preparation. Social interaction and discussion has been discussed with leaders in business, education, and psychology and their insights have been included to help even the shyest of individuals understand what they need to know to effectively start and hold conversations with anyone regardless of their current situation. Learn how to carry the clout in a conversation and which crimes and
misdemeanors you can avoid to keep from feeling embarrassed. Learn how to gracefully exit a casual conversation and finally learn how to meet new people and find conversations to start by attending or holding networking events, holiday parties, or attending the much dreaded singles scene. For anyone who has ever felt shy and uncomfortable, this book is a necessary tool for understanding and initiating conversation. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed. This Atlantic Publishing eBook was professionally written, edited, fact checked, proofed and designed. The print version of this book is 288 pages and you receive exactly the same content. Over the years our books have won dozens of book awards for content, cover design and interior design including the prestigious Benjamin Franklin award for excellence in publishing. We are proud of the high quality of our books and hope you will enjoy this eBook version.
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Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- Foreword (p. 11)
- Introduction (p. 15)
- Chapter 1 Why Conversation Skills Are important (p. 21)
- Necessity (p. 22)
- The Sociology Theories (p. 26)
- Versatility (p. 29)
- Business Advantages (p. 31)
- How to Talk to People and Make Friends (p. 34)
- Chapter 2 Barriers to Communication (p. 37)
- Social Anxiety (p. 38)
- Do Not Fear Rejection (p. 41)
- What to do if You Flub Your First Impression (p. 42)
- Non-Starters: Attitudes and Tactics That Can Kill a Conversation (p. 44)
- It is Better to Share (p. 51)
- Why do Some People Hog the Conversation? (p. 52)
- Self-Esteem (p. 53)
- Conversation Among Different Personality Types (p. 58)
- Personality Sub-Types (p. 66)
- Conversation and Different Cultures (p. 72)
- Interesting Greeting Customs Around the World (p. 73)
- Do Not Assume (p. 75)
- English as a Second Language (p. 76)
- Give Them a Break (p. 77)
- Chapter 3 Body Language (p. 79)
- Misreading Body Language (p. 81)
- The Good Body Language Guide (p. 82)
- The "Core" of Body Language (p. 92)
- Using Body Language to Flirt (p. 94)
- Practice Makes Perfect (p. 100)
- Artifacts and Impressions (p. 101)
- Chapter 4 Starting up a Conversation in 30 Seconds or Less (p. 105)
- Ritual Questions (p. 106)
- How to Respond When Someone Approaches You (p. 114)
- Well Hello, Mister (p. 117)
- Turn the Spotlight Around (p. 119)
- Chapter 5 How to Keep a Conversation Going-Small Talk and More (p. 123)
- Why Make Small Talk? (p. 123)
- How to Make Small Talk (p. 124)
- Information Trapping (p. 127)
- What About You? (p. 134)
- Why Revealing Personal Information is Safe (p. 135)
- Guidelines on Disclosing Personal Information (p. 136)
- The Self-Disclosure Pyramid (p. 138)
- The Flow of Information (p. 140)
- How to Change the Topic (p. 141)
- The Ripple Theory Revisited (p. 141)
- Avoiding Certain Topics (p. 142)
- If the Other Person is Uninterested (p. 143)
- Chapter 6 Exit Stage Left - How to Leave a Conversation Gracefully (p. 147)
- Leave 'Em Wanting More (p. 148)
- The Framework Finish (p. 150)
- How to Leave a Group (p. 156)
- A Graceful but Quiet Exit (p. 159)
- Referrals/Advice and How to Get Them (p. 163)
- Chapter 7 How to Leave a Difficult Conversation (p. 167)
- All About Assertiveness (p. 168)
- Tips for Achieving Self-Confidence (p. 170)
- At Last, the Difficult Conversations and How to Handle Them (p. 175)
- Other Ways to Leave (p. 186)
- Chapter 8 Conversations in the Workplace (p. 189)
- Getting Started (p. 189)
- Workplace Friendships (p. 190)
- Body Language in the Workplace (p. 192)
- Talking with Bosses (p. 196)
- Bosses and Friendship (p. 198)
- Chapter 9 Conversation and Friendship (p. 201)
- The Four Rules of Making Friends (p. 201)
- So Where do You Find Friends? (p. 202)
- How to Talk to Prospective Friends (p. 204)
- Doing Things Together (p. 211)
- Stages of Friendship (p. 213)
- Tips for Positive Communication Between Friends (p. 217)
- Chapter 10 The Art of Romantic Conversations (p. 219)
- The Building Blocks of a Romantic Relationship (p. 219)
- Mingling With Singles (p. 224)
- How to Ask Someone on a Date (p. 229)
- The Relationship Cycle (p. 232)
- How to Have a Healthy Break-Up (p. 238)
- Conflict in Romantic Relationships (p. 240)
- Chapter 11 Conversations Online (p. 245)
- The Limits of Techno Communication (p. 246)
- Does the Internet Help or Hurt Communication? (p. 247)
- How to get Involved in an Online Conversation (p. 249)
- Conclusion (p. 263)
- Appendix A Specifics of Body Language (p. 265)
- Using Body Language Correctly in the Workplace (p. 265)
- Shaking Hand Motions (p. 268)
- All About Your Legs (p. 271)
- What Are Your Feet Saying About You? (p. 275)
- Self-Assessment (p. 276)
- Appendix B Online Conversation Resources (p. 279)
- Bibliography (p. 281)
- Author Biography (p. 283)
- Index (p. 285)