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How to Work a Room: The Ultimate Guide to Savvy Socializing In Person and Online
by
Susan RoAne
More than 38,000 copies of this networking classic have been sold in two audio editions. Now Susan Roane's invaluable advice is available on CD
You enter a crowded room. For a moment every eye is on you. And a little voice inside you cries, "HELP!" If this has ever happened to you, you're not alone! Walking into a room full of people you don't know can be ver...more
Audio CD, 0 pages
Published
September 1st 2004
by Macmillan Audio
(first published 1991)
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Uh...I guess I didn't realize that there are people in the world who need to be taught to take an interest in others and make conversation with them in a social setting. Isn't that something that you just do, if you like people? RoAne (this can't be her real surname, can it?) breaks it down for us in painful detail, but I don't think you can actually teach someone how to be charming, how to be interesting, and how to take a genuine interest in someone else. Either you're that kind of person, or ...more
Fabulous, fabulous, FABULOUS! Even if you THINK you're the most social person in the world and don't need to learn anything about socializing; think again and take a look at this book. I needed some help overcoming some of my anxiety about meeting new people and I figured I'd learn a tip or two about breaking the ice from "How to Work a Room" - I never thought I would be re-learning everything I thought I knew about socializing as an adult! RoAne provides tips, tricks and insights that...more
I thought I’d really like this book — I needed to figure out how to be socially graceful — not the life of the party, necessarily, but likeable enough that I can score some friends.
I think the book does help with that. A few ideas mentioned in the first fifty pages really inspired me, such as:
1. 88% of the population considers themselves “shy,” so you are likely doing people a favor by talking to them (they are not brave enough to initiate conversation!)
2. Not...more
I think the book does help with that. A few ideas mentioned in the first fifty pages really inspired me, such as:
1. 88% of the population considers themselves “shy,” so you are likely doing people a favor by talking to them (they are not brave enough to initiate conversation!)
2. Not...more
Good book which talks about more than networking, but about connecting with others in a professional manner. Good practical advice (most common sense), but it sinks in deeper each time you hear/read it.
Note, that there are several versions of this book so make sure to read the most update version or you'll be distracted by some of the dated materials (e.g., the section on electronic etiquette).
Note, that there are several versions of this book so make sure to read the most update version or you'll be distracted by some of the dated materials (e.g., the section on electronic etiquette).
Terrible book. I thought it would be something about networking but it's full of the most obvious advice ever. My favorite was "don't be shy, if you're afraid to talk to someone just assume they feel the same way and will be happy you approach them." This might be useful for 13 year old boys.
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This is a great networking book. I have reccomended this book to multiple co-workers and friends. The book gives a lot of common sense advice but it is still worth a quick read.
Ever wondered how the public relations wizards do it? There are some terrific tips in here.
Quick read. Nice reminder of the obvious.
It was worth the read, but mostly common sense.
I listed to this on CD. Nothing surprising...everyone is uncomfortable at a social gathering, so just go up and introduce yourself...There was an interesting section on email etiquette - actually talking about how "framming" your friends is rude.
Easy to read and has good points you can implement into your life now.
i will let you know if it works later when i finish..
Nothing earth shattering here for me.
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