Crucial conversations : tools for talking when stakes are high /

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Edition:Second edition.
Imprint:New York : McGraw-Hill, [2012]
©2012
Description:xviii, 244 pages ; 24 cm
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/13185522
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Other authors / contributors:Patterson, Kerry, 1946- author.
Grenny, Joseph, author.
McMillan, Ron, author.
Switzler, Al, author.
ISBN:9780071775304
0071775307
9780071771320
0071771328
9780071772204
0071772200
9780071784948
0071784942
Notes:Includes bibliographical references (page 231) and index.
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Summary:"Perhaps once a decade, a book comes along that transforms people's lives in a very real, measurable way. This is one of them. Crucial Conversations exploded onto the scene ten years ago and revolutionized the way people communicate when stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. Since then, millions of people have learned how to hold effective crucial conversations and have dramatically improved their lives and careers thanks to the methods outlined in this book. Now, the authors have revised their bestselling classic to provide even more ways to help you take the lead in any tough conversation: New firsthand accounts of how these skills changed readers' lives; New case studies showing how business leaders successfully applied these methods to achieve results; New links to videos teaching what to do and what to avoid during crucial conservations; New research findings offering fresh insights for applying the skills taught in the book. Crucial Conversations is filled with practical advice you can start using today: Prepare for high-stakes conservations; Make it safe to talk about almost anything; Transform unpleasant emotions into powerful dialogue; Be persuasive, not abrasive. Crucial Conservations gets you past the hard parts of dialogue and helps you achieve relationships that are real, productive, and that will enrich your life and career"--The dust jacket
Other form:Online version: Crucial conversations. Second edition