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Authors: Dale Carnegie
Hardcover: 299pages
Publication Date: 10/3/08
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
ISBN: 067142517X
Bookhuddle Average Rating:
(4.5)
Amazon.com® Average Rating:
(4.5)
Never too old to learn
Reviewed on 10/23/08 at 9:15 AM.
I 'had' to read this book years ago and it didn't 'sink' in much...boy I wish I had paid attention to the sage advice. It is just as relevant today as when it was written. The advice given in this book can really benefit anyone having trouble in any type of relationship.
Good refresher
Reviewed on 10/23/08 at 9:15 AM.
Great common-sense information but presented in a refreshing way. This book contains valuable information you can use in all your relationships - professional or personal.
Great book
Reviewed on 10/23/08 at 9:15 AM.
A lot of it is common sense, but things we tend to forget. Book came in great condition and came quickly.
I took the course, it doesn't work
Reviewed on 10/23/08 at 9:15 AM.
As with the Dale Carnegie Course itself, lots of BS in my opinion.
Heavens forbid we dare to criticize anyone or give an opinion that may be in opposition to another. Being human means there is black, white and many shades in between. We can agree to disagree, can't we?
I took the stupid course and felt like a cheerleader, having to give applause after each speech. Could not give criticism......the course promised to change people, it doesn't. It is dillusional, it is brainwashing....much like the 12 step programs, it is cultish.
I am sick of this stupid politically correct society and things that support it. This book is one of them. Keep it and all of the other foolish books that try to change you.
Be yourself and enjoy being an individual. To hell with Dale Carnegie.
Heavens forbid we dare to criticize anyone or give an opinion that may be in opposition to another. Being human means there is black, white and many shades in between. We can agree to disagree, can't we?
I took the stupid course and felt like a cheerleader, having to give applause after each speech. Could not give criticism......the course promised to change people, it doesn't. It is dillusional, it is brainwashing....much like the 12 step programs, it is cultish.
I am sick of this stupid politically correct society and things that support it. This book is one of them. Keep it and all of the other foolish books that try to change you.
Be yourself and enjoy being an individual. To hell with Dale Carnegie.
The ultimate system
Reviewed on 10/23/08 at 9:15 AM.
How to Win Friends and Influence People is a rare self-improvement book because it was first published way back in 1936, and it still remains one of the most popular books out there. It's basically a handbook for understanding people and relating to them effectively. Some of the advice is absolutely basic and absolutely the types of things we are easy to forgot. By putting behaviors such as refraining from criticism, expressing sincere appreciation, smiling, and remembering names front of mind, it's truly amazing to see how it transforms the way that people respond to you. Anyone will benefit from this book, but those that will benefit the most are otherwise competent individuals who are less than successful because they lack people skills.
The other outstanding book on the topic that I highly recommend is The Emotional Intelligence Quick Book
The other outstanding book on the topic that I highly recommend is The Emotional Intelligence Quick Book