| The Body Language Handbook: How to Read Everyone's Hidden Thoughts and Intentions Contributor(s): Hartley, Gregory (Author), Karinch, Maryann (Author) |
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ISBN: 160163076X ISBN-13: 9781601630766 Publisher: Career Press OUR PRICE: $16.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2010 Annotation: Ever wonder what that raised eyebrow, nervous twitch, or lazy slouch really means? Is it profound and important...or a meaningless quirk? In "The Body Language Handbook," the authors use candid photos of real people in stress-free situations, then juxtapose them against others showing the same people responding to different kinds of stimulus to illustrate the power of body language. By going step-by-step from the holistic to the detailed, you'll quickly discover when body language indicates something significant, and when an itch is just an itch. You'll learn how to: [[Read changes in body language. [[Project the right message. [[Protect yourself from manipulation. "The Body Language Handbook" will not only teach you how to read the body language of others, it will also make sure you send the signals you want to send. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Social Psychology - Business & Economics | Business Communication - General - Self-help | Personal Growth - General |
| Dewey: 153.69 |
| LCCN: 2009045345 |
| Physical Information: 0.61" H x 6.02" W x 8.9" (0.67 lbs) 208 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Ever wonder what that raised eyebrow, nervous twitch, or lazy slouch really means? Is it profound and important...or a meaningless quirk? In The Body Language Handbook, the authors use candid photos of real people in stress-free situations, then juxtapose them against others showing the same people responding to different kinds of stimulus to illustrate the power of body language. By going step-by-step from the holistic to the detailed, you'll quickly discover when body language indicates something significant, and when an itch is just an itch. You'll learn how to: -- Identify the basic mechanics of human communication. -- Observe what is culturally normal...and when abnormal matters. -- Read changes in body language. -- Avoid misunderstandings. -- Project the right message. -- Protect yourself from manipulation. The Body Language Handbook will not only teach you how to read the body language of others, it will also make sure you send the signals you want to send. Increase your power of communication at the office, in a courtroom or classroom, at home, and in any social setting, even the poker table |
Contributor Bio(s): Hartley, Gregory: - Gregory Hartley's expertise as an interrogator first earned him honors with the United States Army. More recently, it has drawn organizations such as the Navy SEALS and national TV to seek his insights about "how to" as well as "why." Greg has an illustrious military record, including earning the prestigious Knowlton Award, which recognizes individuals who have contributed significantly to the promotion of Army Intelligence. Greg has provided expert interrogation analysis for all major networks and many cable television channels, as well as NPR. He has been featured on many drive-time radios shows, morning television, and prime print media such as The Washington Post, US Weekly, and Newsday.Karinch, Maryann: - Maryann Karinch is the author of 10 books, most of which address human behavior. Her corporate background includes senior communications positions with technology companies. Maryann and Gregory are coauthors of How to Spot a Liar and I Can Read You Like a Book. |