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To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others

To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink is a book that challenges the notion that sales is the domain of a select group of individuals with a specific set of skills. In fact, Pink argues that we are all in sales, as we spend a significant amount of our time trying to move others to our way of thinking, whether we are convincing our boss to give us a raise or persuading our children to clean their room.

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5 minutes

Winning with People: Discover the People Principles That Work for You Every Time

"Winning with People: Discover the People Principles That Work for You Every Time" by John C. Maxwell is a profound exploration of interpersonal relationships and the principles that underpin successful interactions with others. Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert, distils decades of experience and wisdom into practical advice that helps readers build stronger connections, communicate effectively, and influence others positively.

Thriving as a Remote Customer Service Representative

Thriving as a Remote Customer Service Representative by Ash Layna is a comprehensive guide that equips individuals with the necessary skills and strategies to excel in the field of remote customer service. With the rise of remote work opportunities, the book serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to adapt to the evolving nature of customer service roles in the digital age.

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5 minutes

Verbal Judo: The Gentle Art of Persuasion

In Verbal Judo: The Gentle Art of Persuasion, George J. Thompson, a former police officer and martial artist, introduces a communication method designed to defuse conflict, improve persuasion, and handle difficult conversations with tact and effectiveness. The book provides strategies for using language to maintain control in tense situations while fostering cooperation and mutual respect. Thompson's approach is based on the idea that words, like martial arts, can be used to redirect aggression and turn conflicts into productive exchanges.

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4 minutes

Thinking Fast and Slow

Thinking, Fast and Slow is a book by Nobel Prize-winning economist and psychologist Daniel Kahneman. The book provides a detailed exploration of the two systems of thinking that govern human decision-making and judgment.

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5 minutes

The Art of Dealing with People

The Art of Dealing with People by Les Giblin is a book that offers practical advice for building strong relationships with others. The author argues that success in business and life depends largely on our ability to connect with and influence others, and that this ability can be developed through deliberate practice and attention to certain key principles.

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5 minutes