TY - GEN AU - Lowndes, Leil TI - How to talk to anyone SN - 9780007272617 (pbk.) U1 - 158.1 PY - 2014/// CY - Ireland PB - Thorsons (an imprint of HarperCollins) KW - Self-presentation KW - Social interaction KW - Human interaction N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - Self-Improvement. Nonfiction. Offers 62 time-tested hints, tips, and techniques for confidently communicating with others. Best-selling author and renowned communications consultant Leil Lowndes, focuses on ice-breaking skills and communication techniques that are proven successful when making a positive first impression, establishing instant rapport and credibility, and more. Packed with basic, no-nonsense advice and solid research evidence about which techniques work best in which areas, How To Talk To Anyone show readers how to: * Make small talk not so small * Use body language to captivate an audience * Look like you know what you're talking about--even when you don't How To Talk To Anyone is brimming with helpful hints, tips, and ideas for approaching, attracting and communicating with just about anyone. Whether you're a shy guy or gal or you're just looking for ways to improve your social skills ER -