In this bestselling guide to social success, communication expert Debra Fine reveals the techniques and strategies anyone can use to make small talk in any situation.\nHelp is on the way with The Fine Art of Small Talk, the classic guide that’s now revised for the modern era. Small talk is more than just chitchat; it’s a valuable tool to help you climb the corporate ladder, widen your business and social circles, and boost your self-confidence. With practical advice and simple conversation “cheat sheets,” this book offers easy-to-learn techniques that will allow you to feel comfortable in any type of social situation—from a video meeting to a first date to a cocktail party where you don’t know a soul. Nationally recognized communication expert Debra Fine will show you how to: Learn to connect with others regardless of the occasion, event, or situation Come across as composed and self-assured when entertaining Avoid awkward silences and “foot in mouth” disease Convey warmth and enthusiasm so that other people feel good about being near you Make a positive, lasting impression from the minute you say hello. 
Once you master The Fine Art of Small Talk, you’ll excel at making others feel included, valued, and comfortable. Let Debra Fine turn you into a small-talk expert—and watch the contacts, business deals, and social relationships multiply before your eyes!

The Fine Art of Small Talk: How to Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Networking Skills – and Leave a Positive Impression!

Fine, Debra

Parenting & Relationships

Balance

The Fine Art Of Small Talk: How to start a conversation in any situation

Self-Help

Motivational

Piatkus

The Fine Art Of Confident Conversation: How to improve your communication skills and build stronger relationships

Health, Fitness & Dieting

The Power of Meeting New People: Start Conversations, Keep Them Going, Build Rapport, Develop Friendships, and Expand Business

Business & Money

Markowski, Mike

Markowski MSW, Marjie

Marketing & Sales

Possibility Press

Do you spend an abnormal amount of time hiding out in the bathroom or hanging out at the buffet table at social gatherings? Does the thought of striking up a conversation with a stranger make your stomach do flip-flops? Do you sit nervously through job interviews waiting for the other person to speak? Are you a "Nervous Ned" (or "Nervous Nellie") when it comes to networking? Then it's time you mastered The FINE Art of Small Talk. 
With practical advice and conversation "cheat sheets," The FINE Art of Small Talk will help you learn to feel more comfortable in any type of social situation, from lunch with the boss to an association event to a cocktail party where you don't know a soul. 
The Fine Art of Small Talk teaches you to: 
*Start a conversation even when you think you have nothing to say *Avoid foot-in-mouth disease *Stable your shaky knees and dry your sweaty palms *Prevent pregnant pauses and awkward silences *Adopt listening skills that will make you a better conversationalist *Approach social functions with confidence *Feel more at ease at parties, meetings, job interviews, and trade shows *Turn every conversation into an opportunity for success

The Fine Art of Small Talk

Relationships

Small Talk Pub

Do you spend an abnormal amount of time hiding out in the bathroom or hanging out at the buffet table at social gatherings? Does the thought of striking up a conversation with a stranger make your stomach do flip-flops? Do you sit nervously through job interviews waiting for the other person to speak? Are you a "Nervous Ned" (or "Nervous Nellie") when it comes to networking? Then it's time you mastered The FINE Art of Small Talk. With practical advice and conversation "cheat sheets," The FINE Art of Small Talk will help you learn to feel more comfortable in any type of social situation, from lunch with the boss to an association event to a cocktail party where you don't know a soul. The Fine Art of Small Talk teaches you to: 
Start a conversation even when you think you have nothing to say 
Avoid foot-in-mouth disease 
Stable your shaky knees and dry your sweaty palms 
Prevent pregnant pauses and awkward silences 
Adopt listening skills that will make you a better conversationalist 
Approach social functions with confidence 
Feel more at ease at parties, meetings, job interviews, and trade shows 
Turn every conversation into an opportunity for success

Adults should buy this book for a teen as teenagers sign up for phone plans with unlimited text messages and 200 talk minutes, yet can't carry on an ordinary dinner conversation. Beyond Texting is the first book for teens to explain how to be plugged in without neglecting the necessity and power of physical, human interaction. Sure, MySpace and Facebook are wonderful ways to communicate with friends or stay in touch with a far off relative. Yet success in the online world does not transfer to success in the art of conversation. Even the most outgoing teen may find a job interview, first date, or meeting with a teacher to be challenging because of lack of skills. Beyond Texting presents communication tools and conversation skills to boost confidence, survive AND thrive. This book describes how to develop the ability to have a 3-D conversation while gaining interpersonal communication skills. Offering practical advice and cheat sheets Beyond Texting strives to help teens balance their digital and real world image and relationships. Beyond Texting is a reminder to a teenager that you do have the courage to speak up at school, that you should feel confident going on a date, that you can attend a school organization meeting alone and that you are capable of a successful job interview all without the crutch of technology. Authored by Debra Fine, bestselling author of The Fine Art of Small Talk, a nationally recognized conversation and communication guru. Any adult from parent/teacher, camp counselor and mentor to clergy and scout leader will help teens succeed both personally and professionally by buying this book for a teen.

Beyond Texting: The Fine Art of Face-to-Face Communication for Teenagers

Reference

Etiquette

Canon Publishers

Nationally recognized communication expert Debra Fine reveals the techniques and strategies anyone can use to make small talk--in any situation. Do you spend an abnormal amount of time hiding out in the bathroom or hanging out at the buffet table at social gatherings? Does the thought of striking up a conversation with a stranger make your stomach do flip-flops? Do you sit nervously through job interviews waiting for the other person to speak? Are you a "Nervous Ned or Nellie" when it comes to networking? Then it's time you mastered The Fine Art of Small Talk. With practical advice and conversation "cheat sheets," The Fine Art of Small Talk will help you learn to feel more comfortable in any type of social situation, from lunch with the boss to an association event to a cocktail party where you don't know a soul.

The Fine Art of Small Talk: How To Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Networking Skills -- and Leave a Positive Impression!

Hyperion

We all know what it's like to put off an important conversation at work--whether asking for a raise or promotion, or telling an employee that there's a problem with his or her performance. Now Debra Fine, conversation and communication guru, shows us how to come out on top of those dreaded office chats--and how to achieve what we want in each situation. Debra includes specific advice on exactly what to say, when to say it, and what body language to use to achieve the desired results. Learn how to: 
<ul>
<li>Become skilled at the art of quiet negotiation</li> <li>Determine your "sales" message</li> <li>Keep meetings on track and stick to an agenda</li> <li>Analyze what your body language conveys (often it's not what you think!)</li> <li>Overcome public-speaking fears</li> <li>Offer feedback to employees and bosses alike in a constructive, productive way</li> <li>Reduce conflict in the office and with customers and clients</li> <li>Fire someone or deny someone an expected promotion</li> <li>Inform that longtime supplier that his products haven't met with quality standards lately, and tell that major customer that her shipment is going to be late</li> <li>Master e-mail and voice messaging etiquette, and make a positive impression every time</li> <li>And much more.</li>
</ul> The Fine Art of the Big Talk is the perfect book for CEOs, managers, and principals, as well as staff and administration, who want to gain techniques that result in improved work environments, increased revenues, and positive interactions in the workplace.

The Fine Art of the Big Talk: How to Win Clients, Deliver Great Presentations, and Solve Conflicts at Work

Business Culture

Grand Central Publishing

Many people think of "small talk" as frivolous, silly, even time-wasting. The fact is, small talk can be a powerful conversational tool--if one knows how to use it correctly. In this fascinating audiotape program, nationally recognized communication expert Debra Fine reveals the techniques and strategies listeners can use to make effective small talk an easy, natural part of their everyday conversation. July publication date. 2 cassettes.

The Fine Art of Small Talk: How to Start a Conversation, Keep It Going, Build Rapport--And Leave a Positive Impression

CareerTrack

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