Reviews for What do you say when-- : talking to people with confidence on any social or business occasion
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Isaacs, author of Just a Note to Say . . . (1995) and Toxic Friends/True Friends (1999), among other works, offers a set of guidelines and practical advice that smacks of authentic dialogue to use in any situation. Even more appealing is her confession that, yes, she was shy and not confident, learning the how-to's of saying the right things at the right time by herself. But no secrets are revealed here; the author outlines 10 rules, from Find out what you have in common to Know how to exit, then immediately gives tangible examples of each from her own experiences. All types of event-talk opportunities are scrutinized, whether potentially toxic family gatherings to critical job interviews; certainly, her conversational tips are straightforward, pragmatic, and easy to learn and apply. This is advice that is timeless and spans all ages.--Jacobs, Barbara Copyright 2009 Booklist
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Adult/High School-This small book lays out a strategy for successful networking and socializing through a series of simple tips related to a wide array of common business and social situations. The author offers up hundreds of conversation starters designed to elicit thoughtful responses from acquaintances, colleagues, and even complete strangers. Her underlying technique is to ask open-ended questions and to encourage others to talk about themselves. While this book will prove most useful to individuals seeking to overcome introverted tendencies, even expert conversationalists will find useful suggestions for dealing with difficult situations. Written in a simple and engaging style, this practical guide is filled with real-world scenarios depicting job interviews, family gatherings, dating, and funerals. Teens will enjoy role-playing the sample conversations and will develop skills to help them assess a variety of interactions.-Heidi Dolamore, San Mateo County Library, CA (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
