From BooklistGabor has composed books, audios, and a video on initiating conversations, talking with loved ones, and making new friends. Now he addresses 101 trying situations and delivers specific responses for the timid and the taciturn. His scenarios range from asking for a raise to canceling the wedding. The speaker's perspectives range from that of employee to supervisor, co-worker to co-worker, spouse to parent. Plenty of general advice on communication fills the early section; but readers will probably go straight to their current problem for specifics. A desk reference "Dear Abby." Denise Perry Donavin what is the most popular book in the uk Speaking Your Mind in 101 Difficult Situations
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. So-soBy Donald F. LessnauWhile there were some helpful and interesting techniques sprinkled throughout the book, a lotof the so-called non-confrontational ploys sounded like empty appeasements to folks who wouldn'tbe interested or willing to hear another side. I think Gabor got a little side-tracked and his "assertive" techniques lacked some aggressive boundary settingprinciples. A lot of his assertive techniques amounted to little more than insincere and disingenuousflattery to try and soften up the difficult person. And a real tough customer will see right throughthat garbage immediately and chew you up before you get started. Much better to stress stating personal opinions and boundaries rather than tossing up fluffy, phonycompliments that you both know you even remotely mean in the futile hope the other guy will somehow all of a sudden decide to be someone he's not and consider your feelings or ideas. Pretty naive. Not bad but not exceptional.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. This book had a few ideas and some good scenarios about what to look for -By T. JonesAnyone who goes to events and must "mix" will find this helpful, as well as for those who must facilitate meetings.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Speaking Your Mind in 101...By AJThis book is helpful. I want to be able to hold my own ground in my interactions without stepping on other people. This book gives helpful suggestions on how to do that... Great investment.