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| With Over 25 Years of Experience Coordinating Meetings and Training Programs |
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New Book Released through ASTD!
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Meeting Resources and Judy Jenings are excited to present the new book, "Communication Basics". It is now available for purchase through the publisher ASTD by clicking on this link: BUY NOW
Written by Judy Jenings and Linda Malcak
This book takes a new look at a subject that is at the heart of all human activity--communication. Specifically designed to help you become an effective communicator, this book gives you the tools and knowledge to connect with and influence your audience whether that audience is a jam-packed auditorium or three clients at an important business meeting. The book enables you to become a think-on-your-feet presenter who not only presents with authority, but also
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knows how to listen to your audience effectively. The authors guide you along on your learning journey beginning where all good communication begins: in the heart of the trainer or presenter. The authors argue that an honest zeal for the learners and the subject are key to any effective exchange of ideas. In addition to this zest for learner and subject, the authors go one step further and ask you to consider the importance of your own motivation for training along with the subliminal messages your attitude and demeanor introduce to a learning situation. This book also celebrates the art of listening. You will find a solid set of techniques to enhance your listening skills and draw out responses from learners even when you think no one has anything to say. Finally, you will learn the importance of controlling and setting boundaries in your interactions with learners and other audiences. This book, like all the books in the Training Basics series, offers practical examples, worksheets, checklists, and other tools along with a set of icons that make it easy to apply the important tips, notes, and exercises throughout the book to speed your own learning. Other books in this series include Presentation Basics, Training Design Basics, Trainers Basics, Facilitation Basics, Performance Basics, Evaluation Basics, Needs Assessment Basics, along with other titles.
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"This gem of a book is crammed full of best-practice ideas for becoming a better-prepared trainer and a much more effective communicator. I especially liked the tips in the chapter titled "Attitudes Speak Louder Than Words." The book reminded me, as an experienced trainer, about what had become an unconscious competence." — Patricia Zigarmi, Vice President, The Ken Blanchard Companies, Co-Author, Leadership and the One Minute Manager
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"This book is an extraordinarily practical guide to communicating in training contexts. The 29 "Basic Rules" alone make this book worth the investment. I'll be keeping several copies on hand to give to new trainers—and even to veterans like me. I've already found several ways to put its fresh advice to work." — Kenneth W. Davis, President, Komei, Inc. Author, Better Business Writing and The McGraw-Hill 36-Hour Course in Business Writing |
"This is just great!! All too often training texts and materials are too complicated, overwhelming, and weighted down with theory with no practical suggestions and applications. This is a realistic and easy-to-understand training aid. Finally a guide that practices what it preaches. BRAVO!" — Carl Bridges, Director of Academic Affairs, Career Education Corporation |
“I can't praise this book enough. Judy and Linda have done a tremendous service. Communication Basics goes far beyond basic concepts: it offers a cornucopia of insights, tips and tricks to help both the novice and the expert training professional become better communicators. I love their 29 Basic Rules and — even better — all the practical suggestions for applying them, including the ‘Getting It Done’ exercises at the end of each chapter. I’ve been in this business for 25 years and still found plenty of fresh ideas to put into practice as a result of reading their book." — Bill Shackelford, President, Shackelford & Associates, Chicago |
More Reader Reviews here: ASTD Store |
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