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Get to the point! Learn how to use Power Phrases to say what you mean...and get what you want. If you have ever walked away from a situation because you didn't know what to say, or you didn't know what to say but you spoke anyway, you know about all the stress, confusion, wasted time, missed opportunities, and hurt feelings you could have avoided if only you'd said the right thing at the right time. Now internationally acclaimed executive coach and communication guru Meryl Runion introduces you to a powerful, easy-to-master communication technology that lets you say what you mean, mean what you say, and get what you want - at home, in the office, and in every social and interpersonal setting.In a lively narrative, crackling with wry wit and loving observations of people and their foibles, Runion teaches you six basic methods for crafting Power Phrases - short, focused expressions that are direct and to the point without seeming brusque or nasty. Once you've masterd the art of using PowerPhrases there is no limit to what you can accomplish. In no time you'll be wielding Power Phrases and you will: learn a new language that will open up honest dialogue instantly; confidently say what needs to be said without fear of misinterpretation or negative emotional responses; resolve sensitive situations quickly and effectively; avoid being taken advantage of, ignored, passed over, or undervalued; communicate your needs and desires and get the results you want; and nip harassment in the bud.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #37108 in Books
• Published on: 2004-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 224 pages

From the Back Cover

Get to the point! Learn how to use Power Phrases to say what you mean...and get what you want.

If you have ever walked away from a situation because you didn't know what to say, or you didn't know what to say but you spoke anyway, you know about all the stress, confusion, wasted time, missed opportunities, and hurt feelings you could have avoided if only you'd said the right thing at the right time.

Now internationally acclaimed executive coach and communication guru Meryl Runion introduces you to a powerful, easy-to-master communication technology that lets you say what you mean, mean what you say, and get what you want--at home, in the office, and in every social and interpersonal setting. In a lively narrative, crackling with wry wit and loving observations of people and their foibles, Runion teaches you six basic methods for crafting Power Phrases--short, focused expressions that are direct and to the point without seeming brusque or nasty. Once you've masterd the art of using PowerPhrases there is no limit to what you can accomplish. In no time you'll be wielding Power Phrases and you will:

• Learn a new language that will open up honest dialogue instantly
• Confidently say what needs to be said without fear of misinterpretation or negative emotional responses
• Resolve sensitive situations quickly and effectively
• Avoid being taken advantage of, ignored, passed over, or undervalued
• Communicate your needs and desires and get the results you want
• Nip harassment in the bud

About the Author

Meryl Runion is a speaker and trainer who focuses on communication skills. Her clients include Bell South, IBM, Travelers Insurance, KPMG, Sieman Corporation, and Johnson's Wax. She has been featured in USA Today, Women in Business, and First for Women, and she is a regular guest on nationally syndicated TV and radio programs. She lives in Denver.

Customer Reviews

Excellent
I've read a number of these types of books and this is easily one of the best.

It begins by explaining exactly what power phrases are: short and specific targeted messages, and then warns you about using those words and phrases that dilute your message, eg. I could be wrong but, Sorry to bother you but, I was wondering, You may not like this idea but, etc.

I recognised myself saying those things, and this was the first time I'd actually stopped to think about what I was actually SAYING. So although those phrases had nothing to do with the message I was conveying, they robbed the point I was trying to get over. This book explains all of this much better than I can, and gives plenty of examples.

Much of the advice is about how to be assertive, but whilst other books talk about being assertive, this book explains how to actually sound assertive.

Important reminders
Power Phrases was an important reminder of how often we miss opportunities to express ourselves because we have become mired in normal everyday expressions. Especially important to me were the destructive phrases which should not be used because they damage ourselves and others. There was nothing especially new to me but I really enjoyed this book because it collected and detailed all the constructive and destructive methods to communicate.