For a lucky few, light conversation at parties and social events is a breeze. For the rest of us, there is Carol Fleming (bestselling author of It's the Way You Say It), who breaks even the shortest bit of small talk into an understandable process that anyone can master.Much of your personal success hinges on the effectiveness of your personal communication skills. Whether or not new doors are opened to you may depend on how well you can meet one of life's most frustrating social c...

′The book does what it says on the label. It is punctuated throughout with useful and relevant quotes from working journalists - their opinions, tips and warnings - a technique that drives home the message and adds life and colour′ -THES Textbook GuideThe job of a journalist has changed dramatically over the past few decades with satellite links, 24 hour rolling news, and the Internet creating constant pressure for the latest updates. But for all that, the fundamentals of doing the...

As a speech communication consultant and speech pathologist, Dr. Carol Fleming has helped people work on their voice images for many years. In this remarkable audio program, Dr. Fleming helps you identify your "voice image" and provides techniques for correcting any communication problem.The Sound of Your Voice takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of good vocal technique. You will learn: What your voice says about you

Is your voice holding you back?If you speak to people on the phone, in person, at meetings or even in front of an audience, the sound of your voice is as important as what you say. Now, from a foremost speech pathologist and communications consultant, this program will show you:Which vocal aspects constitute powerful speech...and how to develop them.Methods for relaxing your voice and keeping it fresh through long speaking sessions.

A revised and updated edition of the detailed, down-to-earth guide to speaking your mind effectively—includes useful exercises.The best, most direct way to convey your intelligence, expertise, professionalism, and personality to other people is through talking to them. But most people have no idea what they sound like. And even if they do, they don't think they can change it. It's the Way You Say It is a thorough, nuts-and-bolts guide to becoming aware and...

Small talk has a big impact—learn to master this most important communication skill to feel more at ease at work, parties, and events of all kinds.Carol Fleming wants to show you that small talk is not as small as you might think. It's the foundation of every relationship, professional and personal. It's the sound of people reaching out to each other, searching for similarities, shared interests, goodwill, connections, and friendship. And it's something that can be...

Speak Your Mind Effectively!The best, most direct way to convey your intelligence, expertise, professionalism, and personality to other people is through talking to them. But most people have no idea what they sound like. And even if they do, they don’t think they can change it. It’s the Way You Say It is a thorough, nuts-and-bolts guide to becoming aware and taking control of how you communicate with others.Dr. Carol Fleming provides detailed advice and scores of exercises...

Women and Journalism offers a rich and comprehensive analysis of the roles, status and experiences of women journalists in the United States and Britain.Drawing on a variety of sources and dealing with a host of women journalists ranging from nineteenth century pioneers to Martha Gellhorn, Kate Adie and Veronica Guerin, the authors investigate the challenges women have faced in their struggle to establish reputations as professionals.This book provides an account o...

Celebrate Halloween with this fun and festive counting book, perfect for fans of Room on the Broom!Young readers will want to fly the night sky with the ten little witches in this bright and adventurous Halloween story. Whether zooming past rattling skeletons, buzzing by pie-stealing mummies, or soaring over a werewolf with bad breath, this exciting group of witches and their high-flying Halloween adventures will have readers cheering! Plus, play a game of...

Start building bridges instead of barriers! This essential guide offers a simple five-part framework that will help you have honest and enlightening conversations despite deep and fundamental disagreements.Divisions are on the rise around the world, and 2024 may well be a peak year. We're losing the ability to disagree without dehumanizing. There is a deep need for this practical and accessible guide to having challenging conversations in any situation, from the wo...

The Conflict Resolution Phrase Book is a great resource that everyone should have, to approach any difficult situation with the assurance that the words will come out right! You will learn: Positive things to say when you're initiating or responding to a difficult conversation. How to find and craft language to start a conversation. The right words for you to positively influence the situation.

Improve your memory, sharpen your mind, and change your life—at any age!As we age, our memories become unreliable; we misplace things and forget details. In Ultimate Memory Magic, memory expert Jim Karol shows that these side effects of aging are not inevitable. His memory-boosting system, called “Cogmental Intelligence,” goes beyond preserving mental acuity and actually enhances memory and mental function through lifestyle changes and mental exercises. Co...