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In business, many people follow the golden rule. But treating people the way we'd like to be treated can turn off clients or colleagues with different needs, wants, and hopes. The Platinum Rule shows you how to do unto others as they'd like done unto them. You'll discover the four basic business personalities and how to handle them in ways that put them at ease - the key to stronger career prospects, higher productivity, improved customer relations, and fewer conflicts.

"After you listen to this powerful series and take my advice, people will instantly notice your transformation. They'll start coming to you for guidance because you will have become a leader in their eyes. When conflicts arise, you'll notice how quickly you're able to bring arguments to a halt. By being able to build rapport with anyone you choose, your ability to communicate will get the results you want in any business situation, no matter if you are closing a sale or motivating your team." (Dr. Tony Alessandra)

Do you do everything in your power to avoid having hard or awkward conversations? First off, you’re not alone. I’m sure most of us have turned to walk the other way when we spot someone with whom we need to have a tough chat! However, we’re here to tell you there is a better way. Awkward Moments is a compilation of audio programs designed to help you navigate situations that used to make you cringe.

Personality differences: they're what make life so rich and fascinating - and often so frustrating, too. Especially at work, where teamwork and motivation are pivotal. Many of us never figure people out - we get along great with some people and deal as little as possible with others because they're so different from us.

This 2-part program will give you a guide to developing a more thorough understanding of nonverbal communication techniques. By increasing your awareness of nonverbal behavior, you can read the emotions and attitudes of fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and others you interact with inside and outside your organization. As a result, you will have a greater feeling for and awareness of all your interpersonal transactions.

At work, two managers with equal training and experience are put in charge of similar group objectives. But the results differ drastically. One task force flounders and misses a critical deadline. The other quickly meshes as a team and produces a report so stunning that the breadth, depth, and clarity of its ideas has everyone talking. Why does one manager succeed, while their colleague fails to connect with their people?

Stop being a passive listener and start being an active listener, using a dynamic program called CARESS. These 6 steps to effective listening were created by acclaimed lecturer and author Tony Alessandra. Alessandra is a marketing strategist, an applied behavioral scientist, and an expert in building business relationships guaranteed to last a lifetime.

While you may have the ability to hear and understand the spoken language, if you have not given serious practice to the art of active listening, then there are many things you have yet to learn about this most basic communication skill. Dr. Tony Alessandra has spent most of his professional career researching relationships between people and has found numerous ideas that can help anyone dramatically improve their communication skills.

Author Steve Samblis spent years searching the world for the most successful people on the planet. He got to know them and asked them each this question: "What was the one most crucial habit in your life that has made the most significant impact on your success?" He then took these 100 habits and put them into a work called 1 Habit.

30 Days to a More Powerful Brain contains practical real-world application of breakthrough discoveries in science, psychology, and business. The material is structured so you can learn quickly and apply it to any area of your life, no matter what age you are - in 30 days!

Introducing a powerful, humor-filled, and inspiring new audio program from two thought leaders - who also happen to be die-hard optimists - Dr. Tony Alessandra and Dr. Terry Paulson.It's called The Optimism Advantage, and in it, Terry and Tony introduce real-world stories and practical strategies that turn positive psychological research into insights on how you can produce incredible results, year after year after year.

The notion of global peace has often been relegated to wishful thinking, akin to the disbelief that once surrounded moon landing. However, the core message of Global Unity Unleashed is clear–Unity is Possible, and the power to attain it lies within our grasp. Dive into a masterful compilation of insights on communication prowess, leadership efficacy, engaging social discourse across generations, and spearheading the global movement towards common human bonds. This course is a tapestry of twelve one-hour sessions, each extrapolated from bestselling programs by renowned experts.

What allows the most influential people on earth to attract, enchant, and persuade? This mystical, silent, magnetic quality is called Power and Influence. And you have it! Imagine you wake up tomorrow and your life and relationships have been transformed. Once you understand what I have to share with you - your relationships can transform almost instantly!

Your ability to understand nonverbal communications is apparently not related to IQ, the ability to take tests, or the grades one makes in school. Practice tends to improve the ability to understand body language. People tested for body language comprehension generally score higher on second and subsequent tests than on their first tries.

Powerful techniques for turning every encounter into a mutual win. This exciting series helps you improve communication in any group or organization. Every individual has a unique personality, but many behaviors can be understood within a systematic, predictable framework.

In networking situations, anyone can feel awkward at one time or another - even those charismatic extroverts who look like they are having all the fun. But that awkward experience doesn't have to be yours - not anymore. This program gives you all the tools and techniques you need to master the art of networking.

This audio program will provide you with usable information to help you connect with people at a higher level. Discover the secret to creating the life you really want to live through better relationships. You CAN have it all!

Learn to love public speaking - and be great at It too! Many dislike it, and some dread public speaking. You take the podium and your hands clam up, your voice weakens and cracks, and your mind goes blank. Conquer your fear of public speaking today! With powerful presentation skills, you'll become a respected public speaker who engages and entertains audiences, time after time.

Listening is just as important as speaking. Good listening draws people to you. Poor listening causes them to drift away. This program offers a powerful set of tools to help you build your listening skills up to maximum effectiveness. Jump start your way to better listening today!

Understanding, nurturing, and developing people are critical in every professional and personal relationship. But how can you get a clear picture of a person, including their needs, wants, strengths, challenges, and capabilities? There are many powerful assessment tools on the market and an overwhelming number of opinions regarding which are the best to use.