Influence & Persuasion
This collection is about influence and persuasion: how trust is built, how people communicate, and how to move others toward meaningful action. It covers negotiation in Never Split the Difference, reading body language in What Every BODY is Saying, and the classic How to Win Friends & Influence People, among other titles on everyday conversation and workplace communication. Each summary takes about 15 minutes to read or listen to.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen R. Covey
Align your habits with timeless principles to take greater responsibility, build meaningful relationships, and create lasting success from within.
Mastering Communication at Work
Ethan Becker and Jon Wortmann
Improve business communication through thoughtful preparation and follow-up, clearer speaking, productive meetings, and stronger influence.
Hal Gregersen
Unlock creative solutions by asking catalytic questions that challenge assumptions, reveal new possibilities, and drive innovation.
Chris Voss and Tahl Raz
Master negotiation through tactical empathy, emotional insight, and 9 proven techniques drawn from an FBI hostage negotiator’s experience.
Suzanne Bates
Strengthen your executive presence with communication techniques that build confidence, inspire teams, manage crises, and move audiences to action.
Shari Harley
Build trust and stronger teamwork by creating safe, honest conversations where feedback is clear and problems are resolved quickly.
Chris Fenning
Master the first minute of any workplace conversation to clarify context, communicate purpose, and reach better decisions faster.
Joe Navarro
Decode posture, gestures, and expressions to understand intentions, build stronger rapport, and navigate interactions with greater confidence.
Vanessa Van Edwards
Master the subtle signals in your voice, posture, and behaviour to build trust, strengthen charisma, and connect more effectively.
Bob Burg
Persuade through generosity by understanding others’ needs, building genuine trust, and creating value that strengthens your influence.
How to Win Friends & Influence People
Dale Carnegie
Build stronger relationships and lasting influence by listening well, valuing others, and communicating in ways that inspire cooperation.
Debra Fine
Master everyday conversations with simple techniques to start, sustain, and exit them while building rapport and confidence.
Judith Orloff
Turn empathy into a strength by setting healthy boundaries, preventing emotional exhaustion, and building deeper connections with others.
Phil Jones
Use precise, ethical phrases to reduce hesitation, build agreement, and guide conversations toward confident decisions.
Lida Citroën
Shape how others see you through clear messaging, consistent actions, and a personal brand that builds credibility and career opportunity.