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Vital Conversations: A practical approach to handling difficult conversations, managing conflict, giving feedback and influencing difficult people [Paperback]

Alec Grimsley
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Product details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Barnes Holland Publishing Ltd; 1st edition (6 April 2010)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0956312802
  • ISBN-13: 978-0956312808
  • Product Dimensions: 15.6 x 23.4 x 1.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 89,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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An invaluable addition to the difficult conversation arena. If you read one development book this year make it this one!"
--Malcolm Stern, Channel 4 presenter, psychotherapist and specialist in conflict resolution

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There are times when getting what you truly need or want will require you to engage in one or several difficult conversations. This book will enable you to identify, prepare and engage in the kind of challenging conversations that could make all the difference to your most important relationships, business, key projects and personal sanity! Whether you are having to give difficult feedback, end a relationship or get the executive team to discuss an un-discussable issue then "Vital Conversations" will act as your personal difficult conversations coach.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Great read 26 May 2010
Format:Paperback
I gave this book five stars as it meets several important needs I have for a great self development book. First of all I found the wisdom contained in the book highly accessible, rather than page after page of text, the use of case studies, icon sound bites, diagrams and a logical flow made the book user friendly. Secondly its robust dealing with all aspects of difficult conversations including key areas like managing your emotions, planning the conversations, key skills and most importantly how to develop the right mindset. Finally, I could apply the learning directly to the conversations i wanted to tackle as the book coaches the reader on the various key aspects of preparing for the conversation you need to have. Overall a book that really delivers real insights and robust strategies that have integrity rather than manipulative techniques which are so common in other books of this genre.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This book is easy to read and entertaining. It also gets to the heart of the blocks for all of us; saying things and expressing our needs in a way that we feel confident to do whilst being understanding of others. Vital Conversations guides you step by step through the best ways to do this. It is clear and concise and i have used the techniques with my clients as well as in my personal life with great success. I really believe we should learn these skills at school. I give it 5 stars because the content is easy to understand and apply and the outcomes are transforming.
Chris Walton
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This book is great for personal or professional use because it's an excellent mix of tools, ideas, inspiration and practical tips. You can either dip in and out of it depending on what you're interested in or you can read it cover to cover. I read it through in one go and never found myself skipping pages or questioning the relevance. I completely recommend this book to help you understand yourself and other people to improve how you work & live together. Enjoy!
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A very effective addition to the practitioners toolbox
This book is a very easy read and contains clear accounts of both the process of conflict and ways of resolving it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Johnny the Fish
A Vital Contribution
Terrific read- I thoroughly enjoyed reading Alec's debut book, Vital Conversations. As a client, I have had the privilege to know and work with Alec for several years. Read more
Published on 28 May 2010 by S. Huntley
The best book out there on how to manage difficult conversations
I design and deliver leadership development programmes and I often cover the subject of difficult conversations with participants: the problems in building up the courage to have... Read more
Published on 27 May 2010 by Megan Reitz
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A brilliant easy to read book full of practical tips and tools to help with those conversations that all too often dont happen. Read more
Published on 15 May 2010 by mary hardman
compliments Alec's practical masterclass
I was fortunate enough to attend a 1 day masterclass with Alec and it was the best thing I have ever attended! Read more
Published on 8 May 2010 by Christopher Birbeck
a vital book for Vital Conversations
This is one of those rare publications. Packed full of reader friendly, inspirational techniques that really work! Read more
Published on 15 April 2010 by Mrs. Linda E. Ticlell
Practical and vital reading
We all find ourselves in 'tight' spots when it comes to needing to have a really important conversation. Read more
Published on 12 April 2010 by Mary Whatley
A Vital Book
Vital Conversations has the capacity to help you navigate yourself through the stickiest of situations. Well written. Read more
Published on 26 Nov 2009 by Mrs. Sue Blake
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