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The Art of Public Speaking
by Dale CarnegieThe bestselling author of How to Win Friends and Influence People shares the essentials for public speaking in this classic self-help guide.Good oral communication skills are critical in life. Whether you&’re speaking to an audience of one at a party or one hundred at a business conference, you must be able to get your point across effectively. In order to do that, you need a worthwhile topic and the knowledge of what makes a great public speaker.In The Art of Public Speaking, authors Dale Carnegie and J. Berg Esenwein lay out what readers need to improve their communication skills in both personal and professional settings. They offer advice on a multitude of topics, including overcoming stage fright, avoiding monotony, and showing enthusiasm. Learn about methods of delivery and the power of pitch, pace, and gestures. They also discuss strengthening your memory and expanding your vocabulary.The Art of Public Speaking was first published in 1915, but its message is still relevant today. With the help of practice and the lessons herein, readers will be on their way to wowing audiences.
The Art of Public Speaking
by Dale Carnegie J. Berg EsenweinA pioneer in the field of self-help, Dale Carnegie distilled his experiences as a salesman and lecturer in his first guide to successful speech-making, The Art of Public Speaking. This predecessor to his bestseller, How to Win Friends and Influence People, was co-written with J. B. Esenwein. Its direct, practical advice for emphasizing ideas for easy comprehension and high impact ranges from finding an appropriate rhythm to conquering stage fright.Avoiding the use of tricks and shortcuts, the authors suggest methods for developing one's thoughts in order to form an original, authentic manner of speaking. They advise speakers to practice their presentation skills, offering useful tips for speech-making in both personal and professional situations. First published in 1915, this classic continues to encourage people from all walks of life to overcome their self-consciousness and increase their effectiveness and comfort as public speakers.
The Art of Quiet Influence: Timeless Wisdom for Leading Without Authority
by Jocelyn DavisInfluence is getting things done without coercion. It's strength without force-mindfulness in action. Master influencers walk lightly, talk softly and have no need of a big stick, yet collective success hinges on their words and deeds.Anyone can be a quiet influencer. Featuring twelve specific practices, twelve typical pitfalls and dozens of powerful stories and examples, The Art of Quiet Influence is a roadmap for the journey. Author Jocelyn Davis weaves together the timeless wisdom of Eastern thinkers-from Confucius to the Buddha, from Rumi to Gandhi-with research and insights from modern-day experts, revealing what's wrong with the Western view of influence as short-term persuasion and showing instead how to create trust-based collaborations with lasting impact.
The Art of Quiet Influence: Timeless Wisdom for Leading without Authority
by Jocelyn DavisAnyone can be a quiet influencer. But not everyone knows how."A tremendous and relevant read!" -Stephen M. R. Covey, New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Speed of TrustDrawing on the enduring wisdom of the Buddha, Confucius, Rumi, Gandhi and others, The Art of Quiet Influence shows anyone, not just bosses, how to use influence without authority, a key mindfulness principle, to get things done at work and in life. Through the classic wisdom of 12 Eastern sages, relevant insights from influence research, and anecdotes and advice from 25 contemporary experts, Davis lays out a path for becoming a "mainspring," the unobtrusive yet powerful influencer first introduced in her book The Greats on Leadership. Organized around three core influence practices - Invite Participation, Share Power, and Aid Progress - readers will learn how to take mindfulness practice "out of the gym and onto the field," while gaining the confidence and practical know-how to be influential in whatever role they occupy.
The Art of Quiet Influence: Timeless Wisdom for Leading Without Authority
by Jocelyn DavisMindfulness meets execution . . . at work. The wisdom of 13 Eastern sages, augmented by modern research on workplace influence, is the basis for profound yet practical advice on getting things done without force.The Art of Quiet Influence shows anyone how to use influence, a key mindfulness principle, to get things done at work. Through the classic wisdom of 13 Eastern sages (especially the Buddha), relevant insights from influence research, and anecdotes and advice from 25 contemporary experts, Davis lays out a path for becoming a 'mainspring,' an unobtrusive yet powerful influencer.Organised around three core influence practices: Invite Participation, Share Power, and Aid Progress, readers will learn how to take mindfulness practice 'out of the gym and onto the field,' while gaining the confidence and practical know-how to be influential in whatever role they occupy.(P)2019 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
The Art of Reading Minds: How to Understand and Influence Others Without Them Noticing
by Henrik FexeusThe internationally bestselling guide to "mind-reading" by influencing those around you via non-verbal communication, from human psychology expert Henrik Fexeus. How would you like to know what the people around you are thinking? Do you want to network like a pro, persuade your boss to give you that promotion, and finally become the life of every party? Now, with Henrik Fexeus's expertise, you can. The Art of Reading Minds teaches you everything you need to know in order to become an expert at mind-reading. Using psychology-based skills such as non-verbal communication, reading body language, and using psychological influence, Fexeus explains how readers can find out what another person thinks and feels– and consequently control that person’s thoughts and beliefs. Short, snappy chapters cover subjects such as contradictory signs and what they mean, how people flirt without even knowing it, benevolent methods of suggestion and undetectable influence, how to plant and trigger emotional states, and how to perform impressive mind-reading party tricks. Fexeus gives readers practical (and often fun) examples of how to effectively mind-read others and use this information, benevolently, both in personal and professional settings.
The Art of Reading Minds: Understand Others to Get What You Want
by Henrik Fexeus'A fascinating tour around the world of hidden signals and communication by Sweden's foremost mentalist. Use this wisely!' - Derren BrownLearning to mind read isn't as out there as it may sound. In every interaction we have, we give away a range of non-verbal signals, often more powerful than the words we say.The Art of Reading Minds teaches you how to influence others, bringing them round to your way of thinking. Rooted in cognitive psychology, Henrik Fexeus explains how readers can find out what another person feels - and consequently control that individual's thoughts and beliefs.Short, snappy chapters cover subjects like:Contradictory signs and what they meanHow you flirt with people without even knowing it Methods of suggestion and undetectable influenceHow to plant and trigger emotional states Fexeus offers practical tips to master the art of persuasion, which will boost your confidence both in personal and professional settings. Simple exercises throughout the book will heighten your self-awareness, revealing how you are perceived by others. Whether you want to get a promotion, negotiate a pay rise, network like a pro, find romance or spot when someone is lying, The Art of Reading Minds shows you how to uncover what people are really saying.'If you ever wanted to know how a mentalist can tell what is in your mind, then this is the book for you.' - Joe Navarro, author of the international bestseller What Every Body is Saying
The Art of Repair: Mindful mending: how to stitch old things to new life
by Molly MartinFor Molly Martin, it all started with a pair of socks. Her favourite pair. When the heels became threadbare, her mother got out her darning mushroom and showed her how to reinforce the thinning stitches and bring them back to life. She has been stitching and darning ever since.In The Art of Repair, Molly explores the humble origins of repair and how the act of mending a cherished item carefully by hand offers not just a practical solution but nourishment for the soul. Using her own beautiful illustrations, she guides us through the basics of the craft - from piecing and patching to the ancient Japanese art of Sashiko.This book will stay with you long after you put down your needle and thread. It offers an antidote to our increasingly disposable lifestyle, encouraging us to reconnect not just with the everyday objects in our environment but also with ourselves.
The Art of Repair: Mindful mending: how to stitch old things to new life
by Molly MartinFor Molly Martin, it all started with a pair of socks. Her favourite pair. When the heels became threadbare, her mother got out her darning mushroom and showed her how to reinforce the thinning stitches and bring them back to life. She has been stitching and darning ever since.In The Art of Repair, Molly explores the humble origins of repair and how the act of mending a cherished item carefully by hand offers not just a practical solution but nourishment for the soul. Using her own beautiful illustrations, she guides us through the basics of the craft - from piecing and patching to the ancient Japanese art of Sashiko.This book will stay with you long after you put down your needle and thread. It offers an antidote to our increasingly disposable lifestyle, encouraging us to reconnect not just with the everyday objects in our environment but also with ourselves.
The Art of Resilience: 100 Paths to Wisdom and Strength in an Uncertain World
by Carol OrsbornCarol Orsborn, an internationally recognized businesswoman, theologian, and motivational speaker, has created an inspiring guide to one hundred different ways to find wisdom and strength in an uncertain world. Her stories, anecdotes, and practical advice - inspired by the teachings of spiritual masters from both Eastern and Western traditions - are guaranteed to help anyone learn to rebound gracefully and productively when up against forces that are beyond our control. Each practical tip, each seed of wisdom, is encased in a one- or two-page story that's touching or humorous or thought provoking. The Art of Resilience is for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by disappointment, illness, or loss. It is a book that offers hope and comfort and reminds us, in ways both large and small, that we must move through and beyond disappointment to find our God-given capacity for love and joy.
The Art of Risk
by Richard HarrisDiving doctor on the Thai Cave Rescue (now a Netflix series) and former joint Australian of the Year explores the stories of other people who regularly risk their lives and what we can learn from their expertise. Are free-solo climbers, underwater cave explorers and big-wave surfers crazy ... or cautious? How do soldiers and fighter pilots manage risk? What can we learn from how BASE jumpers and drag racers prepare that we can take into our own lives? &‘Harry&’ Harris – Thai Cave Rescuer, joint Australian of the Year – has an unusual idea of fun: he crawls though pitch-black, confined caves, deep underground and usually underwater. To most, that&’s a nightmare. To him, it&’s recreation. He&’s prepared for all conceivable risks, he&’s completely focused. And the discipline and danger involved leave him better prepared for everyday life. In this ultimate armchair adventure, Harry takes us into the lives of other &‘risk-takers&’, to find out why they do what they do. We meet people adventuring from the highest skies to the deepest oceans – BASE jumpers, drag racers, snipers and surfers – including climber Alex Honnold (from the movie Free Solo), sailor Jessica Watson, film director and deep-sea diver James Cameron. Each gripping story is a masterclass in risk from the experts: when to go, when to say no, how to prepare and above all, how pushing ourselves a little further helps us become more courageous and resilient in all of our challenges.Heart-pounding and eye-opening, you&’ll never look at risk the same way again. &‘Richard &“Harry&” Harris peels back the mindset that shapes the line between recklessness and courage.&’ Hugh Riminton
The Art of Roughhousing: Good Old-Fashioned Horseplay and Why Every Kid Needs It
by Lawrence J. Cohen Anthony T. DebenedetAll over the United States, physical play--what some might call "roughhousing"--is being marginalized. Gym classes are getting shorter. Recess periods are being eliminated. Some new schools don't even have playgrounds. But Drs. Anthony T. DeBenedet and Lawrence Cohen are here to shake things up--literally! The Art of Roughhousing teaches parents how rough-and-tumble play can nurture close connections, solve behavior problems, boost confidence, and more. Drawing from gymnastics, martial arts, ballet, traditional sports, and even animal behavior, the authors present fifty illustrated activities for children and parents to enjoy together - everything from the "Sumo Deadlift" to the "Rogue Dumbo." Arriving just in time for Father's Day, The Art of Roughhousing is the perfect gift for rowdy dads everywhere.
The Art of Routine: Discover How Routineology Can Transform Your Life
by Angel Iscovich MDThis is not a "How to." There is no &“one size fits all&” when it comes to routine. Dr. Iscovich shares his original study of routine—learn through his observations how routine can improve longevity, performance, and adaptability. You will be better equipped to construct a routine that works best for you! Conventional wisdom suggests that the best way to navigate our noisy new world is to accept change. Open up to novelty. Go with the flow. Live in the moment. Embrace the relentless pelting of content minute by minute. But routine experts Angel Iscovich, MD, Joe Garner, and Michael Ashley are here to say that&’s a bad idea. Humans don&’t just benefit from structure; they require it. Years of observation and practice led to their breakthrough concept of routineology, the key to optimize your life and the cure for crisis. Routineology&’s fundamental prescriptive is to look inside and live your life in a &“time bubble&” to find purpose, meaning, and joy. Offering insights from top performers and stories of triumph over adversity, this book demonstrates that routine isn&’t just a good idea—it&’s imperative for surviving and thriving today. Live a life of deeper meaning and navigate toward a better world with The Art of Routine.
The Art of Sacred Smoke: Energy-Balancing Rituals to Cleanse, Protect, and Empower
by Neelou MalekpourA gorgeously illustrated, essential guide to the energy rituals that will transform your life.Learn how to cleanse and protect yourself and your space, tap into your intuition, and elevate your frequency through sacred smoke, candle, stone rituals—and more. Neelou Malekpour is here to support you for all occasions, whether that&’s: • healing heartache, relieving anxiety, and dispelling bad dreams; • cultivating focus, receiving support during travel, and prepping a space for meditation; or • calling in love, blessing others, and connecting to your highest self. With The Art of Sacred Smoke, Malekpour is ready to share the rituals that are essential to aligning and calibrating your energy. Learn how to use the natural ingredients she employs in her practices—and in her frequency-raising business, SMUDGED—from rose petals to palo santo, and how to source them responsibly. At a time when many of us are looking for mindful solutions to the chaos of modern life, The Art of Sacred Smoke offers an empowering new way to connect to nature and to your best self.
The Art of Saying No: How to Stand your Ground, Reclaim your Time and Energy, and Refuse to be Taken for Granted (Without Feeling Guilty!)
by Damon ZahariadesStop Being A People Pleaser! Learn How To Set Boundaries And Say NO - Without Feeling Guilty! Are you fed up with people taking advantage of you? Are you tired of coworkers, friends, and family members demanding your time and expecting you to give it to them?If so, THE ART OF SAYING NO is for you.
The Art of Self Awareness
by Alejandra LlamasIf you're ready to break repetitive patterns, if you want to have a rich, deep and authentic life experience, this book is for you. The book you have in your hands is the way to understand who you really are and the wide spectrum of possibilities that await in your life story.Enter into a deeper dimension regarding your great purpose as an individual and as part of humanity. Based on ontological coaching and the teachings of ancestral wisdom, this book will lead you to understand that truly, everything is possible."There are books that change lives and this is one of them. Alejandra Llamas has that surprising capacity to find what is important in life and, furthermore, knows how to communicate it. Her message, and the way that she expresses it on radio and television, is simply vital. But, to be honest, you have to start by reading her."Jorge Ramos, journalist and author."Coaching freed me from concepts that trapped my mind and soul. Thanks to personal coaching, I redirected my energy towards the right road, the road that makes you better and happier. To have been led by Alejandra Llamas is the best thing that ever happened to me."Gloria Calzada
The Art of Self-Discipline: Beat Procrastination, Break Bad Habits, and Achieve Your Goals
by Kimberly OlsonDiscover the awesome power of self discipline—practical strategies, helpful tips, and insightsCultivating self discipline is the key to unlocking your full potential and achieving your personal and professional goals. The Art of Self-Discipline can show you how to find focus, overcome obstacles, and ultimately, attain the lasting success you're searching for.From growing your career to fostering more rewarding relationships, this essential guide to self discipline delivers useful strategies to help you get organized, build self-confidence, and become your best self. Through expert advice and effective exercises, this book offers straightforward guidance on how to break the negative cycle of failing to change your life and get on the path to self discipline.The Art of Self-Discipline features:Conceive & achieve—Dive deep into developing self discipline in key areas of your life, including personal health, emotional regulation, time management, personal relationships, career growth, money management, and more.Simple approach—Explore clear, clever insights into how you can reach your long-term goals in an easy-to-follow and easy-to-understand way.Break barriers—Get powerful tips and tools for tackling roadblocks along the way like fear of failure and procrastination.Gain a competitive edge by learning to use self discipline with The Art of Self-Discipline.
The Art of Self-Improvement: Ten Timeless Truths
by Anna Katharina SchaffnerA brilliant distillation of the key ideas behind successful self-improvement practices throughout history, showing us how they remain relevant today Self-help today is a multi-billion-dollar global industry, one often seen as a by-product of neoliberalism and capitalism. Far from being a recent phenomenon, however, the practice of self-improvement has a long and rich history, extending all the way back to ancient China. For millennia, philosophers, sages, and theologians have reflected on the good life and devised strategies on how to achieve it. Focusing on ten core ideas of self-improvement that run through the world&’s advice literature, Anna Katharina Schaffner reveals the ways they have evolved across cultures and historical eras, and why they continue to resonate with us today. Reminding us that there is much to learn from looking at time-honed models, Schaffner also examines the ways that self-improvement practices provide powerful barometers of the values, anxieties, and aspirations that preoccupy us at particular moments in time and expose basic assumptions about our purpose and nature.
The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself
by Heather R. YoungerLearn to take control of your own professional destiny and lead yourself through challenging situations In The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself, celebrated workplace culture and employee engagement expert Heather R. Younger delivers an exciting and practical discussion of how to develop an entirely new mindset around personal advocacy and self-leadership. You'll learn how to take control of the workplace experience and set expectations up front about relationships. Younger explains how you can exercise your sphere of control and influence and manage your anxiety and stress with effective techniques. You'll also find: Practical talking points and scripts you can use with your manager—and others—at work Polls, contemporary studies, interviews, personal anecdotes, and practical advice regarding how to be the change you seek at work Strategies for prioritizing self-care, setting realistic goals, and overcoming fear Perfect for professionals, entrepreneurs, employees, contractors, and anyone else doing their best to navigate the new world of work, The Art of Self-Leadership will also prove invaluable to managers, executives, directors, founders, and other business leaders. No more waiting, no more blaming. Learn to lead yourself today!
The Art of Selling Yourself: The Simple Step-by-Step Process for Success in Business and Life
by Adam Riccoboni Daniel CallaghanIn today's troubled economic market, everything is a tough sell. From products to services, everyone is consuming less as they tighten their belts. In this respect, it's easy to forget that the job interview is becoming more and more like the showroom-where the interview itself is the pitch, and the product you're selling is yourself. The Art of Selling Yourself will provide you with the know-how you need to navigate today's tough business terrain and achieve success in your career and your life. It shows exactly how uniquely successful people-from Mark Zuckerberg to Warren Buffet-have achieved success, and provides you with the latest management knowledge from leading academies and universities. With an easy to use, 10-step process, this audiobook will assist you in: Having more confidence Swiftly recovering from challenging setbacks Taking control by letting go of anxiety Networking not just for business, but for pleasure Conversing comfortably on topics that may be a bit out of your reach Succeeding in areas you never previously considered by moving our of your comfort zone Creating lasting, genuine connections with others Enjoying your job while taking real satisfaction from your workplace And much more! In short, this audiobook will make you a pro at selling your most important asset-yourself!
The Art of Showing Up
by Rachel Wilkerson MillerWhen it comes to adult friendships, we're woefully inept - we barely manage to show up for our own commitments, let alone maintain our relationships. Even before self-isolation we were experiencing a loneliness epidemic: we communicate through texts and emojis, and rear away in horror from an unsolicited phone call, even if it's from our mum. Flaking out on plans is routine, both online and off.The Art of Showing Up offers a roadmap through this morass, to true connection with your friends, family and yourself. Rachel Wilkerson Miller teaches that 'showing up' means connecting with others in a way that make them feel seen and supported. And that begins with showing up for yourself: recognising your needs, understanding your physical and mental health, and practising self-compassion. Only then can you better support other people; witness their joy, pain and true selves; validate their experiences; and help ease their burdens.
The Art of Showing Up
by Rachel Wilkerson MillerWhen it comes to adult friendships, we're woefully inept - we barely manage to show up for our own commitments, let alone maintain our relationships. Even before self-isolation we were experiencing a loneliness epidemic: we communicate through texts and emojis, and rear away in horror from an unsolicited phone call, even if it's from our mum. Flaking out on plans is routine, both online and off.The Art of Showing Up offers a roadmap through this morass, to true connection with your friends, family and yourself. Rachel Wilkerson Miller teaches that 'showing up' means connecting with others in a way that make them feel seen and supported. And that begins with showing up for yourself: recognising your needs, understanding your physical and mental health, and practising self-compassion. Only then can you better support other people; witness their joy, pain and true selves; validate their experiences; and help ease their burdens.
The Art of Showing Up: How To Be There For Yourself And Your People
by Rachel Wilkerson MillerA modern roadmap to true connection—first by showing up for yourself and then for others If you’re having trouble connecting with those around you, know that you’re not the only one. Adult friendships are tricky!!! Part manifesto, part guide, The Art of Showing Up is soul medicine for our modern, tech-mediated age. Rachel Wilkerson Miller charts a course to kinder, more thoughtful, and more fulfilling relationships—and, crucially, she reminds us that “you can’t show up for others if you aren’t showing up for yourself first.” Learn to fearlessly . . . define your needs, reclaim your time, and commit to self-care ask for backup when times are tough—and take action when others are in crisis meet and care for new friends, and gently end toxic friendships help your people feel more seen (and more OK) overall!
The Art of Significance
by Dan ClarkWhat would you rather have-conventional success or a high level beyond success? Dan Clark, one of the world’s leading inspirational speakers and leadership trainers, vehemently opposes the conventional wisdom about success. He believes it’s tragic and superficial to build our careers and personal lives around getting more money, bigger houses, cooler toys, and fancier job titles. What’s it all worth in the end? How many outwardly successful people still feel empty inside? Clark has spent decades traveling around the world, interviewing the famous and powerful; consulting with presidents and generals and sheikhs and corporate leaders; creating a multimillion-dollar business; and (before any of the above) overcoming a paralyzing injury. All those experiences have convinced him that the happiest people in the world don’t pursue success at all. Instead, they pursue significance-and find that success comes along as part of the package. What’s the difference between success and significance? As you’ll learn in this powerful, myth-shattering book . . . The successful get what they want; the significant want what they get. The successful think wealth flows to them; the significant know that wealth flows through them, to bless those around them. The successful earn financial independence, influence, and popularity; the significant earn financial independence, influence, popularity, admiration, loyalty, and respect. The successful compare themselves against others; the significant compete only against themselves. The successful are quickly forgotten when they die; the significant leave a long-lasting legacy. Clark shows us how it can be done by following his Twelve Laws of Significance, which include counterintuitive ideas such as "Patience is overrated-it allows us to never begin,” "It’s not all about team-teams lose,” and "Don’t strive for work/life balance-it’s about harmony. ” He illustrates his ideas with a wide range of powerful true stories from business, education, the military, and sports-starting with his own story of fighting his way back from a serious injury that cut short his football career. Paralyzed both physically and emotionally, Clark began his recovery only when he started to focus on purpose rather than on goals; on being whole rather than famous; on serving others rather than seeking praise. In the long run, that accident was the greatest gift he ever received, setting him on a lifelong path toward true significance. Clark’s wisdom will stimulate your intellect, challenge your beliefs, and penetrate your heart. By following his Laws of Significance, you will learn to connect your head and heart, manage your priorities, and live an extraordinary life that matters to your family, friends, coworkers, community, and country. .
The Art of Silence
by Amber HatchDiscover the art of silenceIn our day-to-day lives, most of us are absolutely bombarded by sound and visual stimuli. We lurch from one activity to the next feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Messages from media, advertising and popular culture tell us that having more will help us find happiness, yet instead we feel overloaded and burnt out.The Art of Silence offers us an antidote.It explores how we can use silence as a strategy for living well; a guiding principle to help us reign in our chaotic lifestyles and redress the balance of this crazy, noisy world that we live in. It can give us the space we need to allow our bodies and minds to relax and become the healthy, wholesome individuals we want to be.The Art of Silence explores three ways that we can harness the power of silence and bring more of it into our lives. It considers how we can take practical steps to quiet our environments and timetables; how we can cultivate peaceful relationships; and how we can work with the mind to nurture an inner peace, regardless of the circumstances.