Crucial Conversations helps readers have the difficult conversations they dread with family, friends, coworkers and bosses. With tools and techniques for dialoguing productively when emotions are running high, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to build better relationships at home or in the office.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for people who want to have difficult conversations with family, friends, coworkers and bosses. It provides tools and techniques for dialoguing productively when emotions are running high.
Pros :
- This book can help you build better relationships with family, friends, coworkers and bosses.
- The tools and techniques for dialoguing productively when emotions are running high is a valuable resource.
- This book is a must read for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills.
Cons :
- May be overwhelming for people who have never had any training on how to have difficult conversations
- The concepts presented in the book may be difficult for some readers to apply or understand
- May require a lot of practice and effort from readers before they see results
Learn more about the author
Joseph Grenny is co-founder of VitalSmarts, a company that develops innovative leadership and communication solutions for organizations worldwide. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of four books, including Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High.
Reader Reviews
“Crucial Conversations is one of the most life-changing books I have ever read.”
“This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to build better relationships. The tools and techniques it provides will help you have the difficult conversations you dread, with family, friends, coworkers and bosses.”
“This is an excellent book to read if you want to learn how to communicate better with the people in your life. The author provides a variety of strategies that can be applied in any situation, making it very versatile. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills.”
“I used to dread difficult conversations. I was never quite sure what to say or do, and the fear of confrontation kept me from speaking up. But this book has completely changed that for me! The tools and techniques are easy to understand and apply, and they have helped me communicate more effectively in every area of my life.”