You've got 8 seconds communication secrets for a distracted world
Every day at work, people do three things: talk, listen, and pretend to listen. That’s not surprising—the average attention span has dropped to 8 seconds. To get heard, says high-stakes communications expert Paul Hellman, you need to focus your message, be slightly different, and deliver with finess...
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| Formato: | Libro electrónico |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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New York :
AMACOM, American Management Association
[2017]
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| Edición: | 1st edition |
| Colección: | Gale eBooks
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| Ver en Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull: | https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009630351606719 |
| Sumario: | Every day at work, people do three things: talk, listen, and pretend to listen. That’s not surprising—the average attention span has dropped to 8 seconds. To get heard, says high-stakes communications expert Paul Hellman, you need to focus your message, be slightly different, and deliver with finesse. Through fast, fun, actionable tips, You’ve Got 8 Seconds explains what works and what doesn’t, what’s forgettable and what sticks. With stories, scripts, and examples of good and bad messages, the book reveals three main strategies: FOCUS: Design a strong message—then say it in seconds. VARIETY: Make routine information come alive. PRESENCE: Convey confidence and command attention You’ll discover practical techniques, including the Fast-Focus Method™ that the author uses with leadership teams; how to stand out in the first seconds of a presentation; and 10 actions that spell executive presence. Whether pitching a project, giving a speech, selling a product, or just writing your next email, with You’ve Got 8 Seconds you’ll get heard, get remembered, and get results. |
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| Notas: | Includes index. |
| Descripción Física: | 1 online resource (xxii, 169 pages) |
| Bibliografía: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781523112159 9780814438312 |
