Magic Words: The Science and Secrets behind Seven Words That Motivate, Engage, and Influence
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| Rating | : | 4.56 (509 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1469061457 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 1 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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Full of startling scientific research, humorous anecdotes, and word-for-word scripts, David lays out the secrets of exactly what to say so our words have the magical effect we desire.. What sets a professional magician apart from an amateur are people skills like communication, influence, and engagement-- skills that are also effective in the workplace. Tim David explains the important psychology behind how what we say affects those around us. Read by Walter DixonYears of experience as a magician taught Tim David that real magic is all about words and the way they influence the minds of the audience
“Whereas most communication advice is concerned with what to say or even how to say it, MAGIC WORDS places the focus where it belongs: on the other person. Tim David offers keen insight into how to better connect with others in business and in life.”—Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take
. Tim David was a professional magician for eight years, giving more than three hundred live performances per year. His clients include 3M, Bayer, Verizon, Citizen s Bank, Travelers, Burger King, and many others.Walter Dixon is a broadcast media veteran of more than twenty years' experience with a background in t
A very good read Robyn B I attempt to read business/communications books at least a few times a year, but I, more often than not, do not finish them. Magic Words was an exception to this rule. It only took me a few sittings over the course of a week to get through it, and I'm already planning to go ba. "Sharpen your Jedi Knight skills with Magic Words" according to Amazon Customer. When speaking about leadership I always state “people are not logical, but they are predictable.” Therefore we must study human behavior and use this predictability to get things done. Even though we are predictable it does not mean we are not complex. Therefore th. Powerful Communication Secrets Rebecca of Amazon Words have always been magical to me. That made this book instantly captivating, like a good magic show where you are waiting for the words to reveal themselves in some magical way. How you use the words in this book really matters. I found that I had been using some of the wo