How do you craft your campaign's central message? What does a Christmas tree have to do with it? How do you provide leadership through narrative? And how do you simply not bore or confuse voters?Introducing the ABT (And, But, Therefore) narrative framework; a simple three-word tool for political communications and messaging that cuts through the noise of today's information-saturated society. It is powerful AND may seem obvious, BUT most of your opponents don't know how to use it, ...

Get ready for the ultimate crash course in communicating and solving problems through simple pictures.Thirty-two thousand years ago, your many-times-great-grandparents Oog and Aag drew pictures on the wall of a cave. They had an innate need to communicate, but no written language. So they found an easy and natural way to share their thoughts and stories.Today, after so many years when speaking and writing dominated, we're back in another highly visual age. ...

Supercharge your writing skills . . . by the end of the week!In the workplace, your writing speaks volumes about you. Whether you’re crafting a three-line message or a 300-page report, you need to write in a polished, professional way—regardless of your position or profession.The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Course in Business Writing and Communication puts you on the fast track to becoming a strong, persuasive business writer. Complete with exercises, self...

What does he really think?How many things would you like to know-but don't-about your partner? Do you wish your partner would ask you about your past, your goals, your inner thoughts? When was the last time the two of you shared a dream, a memory, or a fantasy together?365 Questions for Couples shows you how to get closer to your partner by asking and answering thought-provoking questions on such subjects as:Your relationship...

This Deluxe edition includes both Practical Tarot's Quick Start Guide to Learning the Cards and Practical Tarot's Quick Start Guide to Tarot Readings.Learning the Cards is designed to help you create basic card meanings efficiently and effectively. This Guide does not give you card meanings; it shows you how to create card meanings…your own meanings. If you are completely new to the cards, this is an excellent way to get to know your deck.Tarot Readings will help you unders...

This Guide is designed so you can create basic card meanings efficiently and effectively. This Guide does not give you card meanings; it shows you how to create card meanings…your own meanings. If you are completely new to the cards, this is an excellent way to get to know your deck. If you have been studying for a while, this is the perfect way to synthesize all that wisdom and experience you've accumulated. In fact, I recommend that tarot lovers go through this process every other year o...

Companies that don't change die. Change is everyday corporate life - plans for cost cutting, restructuring, new technology, quality improvement, new products/services are ongoing challenges in companies of all sizes. Resistance is a huge roadblock. This real-world guide shows frustrated managers how to build support for change and stay competitive. Practical approaches with new case studies show how to deal with resistance in a way that retains strong working relationships while achieving ...

Learn how to give powerful, on-target speeches that capture an audience's attention and drive home a message.Splashy slides, confident body language, and a lot of eye contact are fine and well. However, if a speech is rambling, illogical, or just plain boring, the impact will be lost. The key is not just in the delivery techniques, but in tapping into the power of language.Prepared by award-winning writer and journalist Richard Dowis, The Lost Art of th...

"The gold standard for communication training programs."—USA TodayBusiness communication sucks. At each meeting and presentation, we are inundated with information, leaving us thirsting for inspiration. Sure, we will check off an action item because we have to . . . but what if we were actually inspired to do something? What if we were so moved that we wanted to do it?Leaders must earn the license to lead. Not by expertise, authorit...

Love is greatest gift given to mankind. So often we forget how to love ourselves, how to receive love, and how to love someone else. This short book is intended to keep the most important lessons on love in the front of your mind. If you need a quick shot of inspiration and motivation in the area of love, this book is for you! You can read one a day or read the entire book daily. These lessons on love will remind you to never settle for less than you deserve.

Mac Anderson believes that the right words can engage the brain and bring an idea to life. This handsome ebook is filled with 160 motivational quotes that will inspire you when you need it most. Motivational Quotes is a classic revisited. In 1985, Mac Anderson's love of quotes inspired him to publish a small 80 page gift book titled Motivational Quotes. In just 18 months it sold 800,000 copies in hotel and airport gift shops. Mac then realized that people loved quotes as much as h...

Inspired by her own struggles, the creator of You Can Do All Things shares inspirational words & drawings to help you through tough times.We want to believe we can handle any situation that comes at us, but the reality is we all have good days and bad days. Because of this, it is important to check in with our mental health. Through guided illustrations, author Kate Allan opens the door to discussion about mental health in an approachable and unassuming ma...