Books like Turn small talk into big deals by Don Gabor

A timeless guide to improving interpersonal skills, communication, and personal success, based on Dale Carnegie’s classic principles of influence and effective relationships.

A practical guide that equips readers with conversational techniques for professional networking, social events, and everyday interactions.

Hugh MacLeod’s debut, *Ignore Everybody*, shares his 40 creative strategies through witty cartoons and practical advice, urging creators to forge new business models and master steady, self‑driven innovation.

Learn how to provide constructive feedback that builds positive relationships and improves performance.

Persuasion IQ by Kurt W. Mortensen teaches readers how to sharpen business communication and leverage psychological principles of influence to achieve personal and professional goals.

What's the hard truth? Soft skills get little respect but will make or break your career. Master your soft skills and really get ahead at work!Fortune 500 coach Peggy Klaus encounters individuals every day who excel at their jobs but aren't getting where they want to go. It's rarely a shortfall in technical expertise that limits their careers, but rather a shortcoming in their social, communication, and self-management behaviors. In The Hard Truth About Soft Skills Klaus delivers practical tools and techniques for mastering soft skills across the career spectrum. She shows how to:manage your workloadhandle the criticsdevelop and promote your personal brandnavigate office politicslead the troopsand much more!Klaus reveals why soft skills are often ignored, while bringing their importance to life in her trademark style—straightforward, humorous, and motivating. Perfect for readers at all professional stages—from those who are just starting out to seasoned executives—this book is essential reading for anyone who wants to take his or her career to the next level.

Word‑power techniques for mastering conversations in work and life—helping readers listen, influence, and achieve their goals.

A motivational guide on four habits leading to success in business and personal life, by Dick Lyles, with endorsements from Spencer Johnson, Ken Blanchard, and Stephen R. Covey.

Improve your business and personal communication skills with practical, evidence‑based advice from communication expert Richard Denny.

An updated guide for success in business and networking by an African American author, showing how to cultivate valuable skills and build a strong professional network.