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352
Book • Nonfiction
2000s
1998
Adult
18+ years
How to Talk to Anyone: 92 Little Tricks for Big Success in Relationships by Leil Lowndes is a self-help guide published in 1998 that teaches readers essential communication skills to improve personal and professional interactions. The book is divided into nine parts, each offering practical techniques, such as making positive first impressions, engaging in meaningful conversations, crafting tailored responses, and building rapport. Through methods like “The Flooding Smile” and “Echoing,” the book emphasizes nonverbal cues, empathy, active listening, and effective networking strategies to achieve success in relationships.
Informative
Playful
Inspirational
Leil Lowndes' How To Talk To Anyone is praised for its practical advice on improving social skills and boosting confidence in communication. Readers appreciate its easy-to-follow tips and relatable humor. However, some find the techniques too simplistic or repetitive. Overall, it serves as a helpful guide for those looking to enhance their conversational abilities.
A reader who would enjoy How To Talk To Anyone by Leil Lowndes is likely interested in improving their social skills, building confidence in conversations, and mastering the art of communication. Fans of Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People or Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence would find this book valuable.
Dale Carnegie
A writer and lecturer known for his influential book on communication and interpersonal skills. His principles serve as foundational knowledge in How to Talk to Anyone, with Lowndes acknowledging his influence and aiming to modernize his ideas.
352
Book • Nonfiction
2000s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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