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Small Talk Hacks: The People Skills & Communication Skills You Need to Talk to Anyone and be Instantly Likeable Kindle Edition

by Akash Karia (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 157 ratings
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Do you ever feel intimidated or out-of-place in social situations? Do you want to learn how to master the art of small talk and develop a magnetic personality?



If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book was designed for you.


Based on Intensive Scientific Research. DISCOVER:



1 -- Five Foolproof Techniques for Creating a Stellar First Impression
How quickly do you make judgments about people? We’d like to think that we don’t judge people until we get to know them. But the truth is it only takes a tenth of a second to make an accurate judgment about someone you meet or see.

2 -- What Your Non-Verbals are Saying About You
How you hold yourself says a lot about how you feel – even though this may be an unconscious message. What is your body language saying about you? Find out inside...

3 -- Seven Tools to Break Through Fear and Break the Ice
One of the hardest parts of getting to know someone new is that crucial moment when you have to break the ice. It can be incredibly difficult to walk up to a total stranger and get acquainted. The seven tools you pick up in Chapter 2 will help you smash through your approach anxiety and start a fun and engaging conversation

4 -- Six Strategies to Seal a Memorable Verbal Impression in 30 Seconds
Your nonverbal cues can definitely make an instant first impression, but what you say also has the power to do so. So how do you make sure that you give a great first impression in the first 30 seconds of meeting someone new?

5 -- How to Make Your Personality Shine
No matter what your personality, you can become someone with a shining personality that attracts others to it. You may not think of yourself as very charismatic. But don’t let those feelings of inadequacy get in the way of making your personality shine (Chapter 5).

6 -- How to Go from Introduction to Intimacy
It can be a challenge to create conversations that have intimacy in just a few minutes. And while you can’t force anyone to like or trust you, you can greatly increase the chances of that happening by following a few simple practices. Chapter 6 will show you how to go from conversing to connecting. BONUS: Learn the 36 questions that are scientifically-proven to help you deepen the connection with anyone!

7 -- How to Revive a Dying Conversation - and Keep It Alive
We’ve all had conversations that seemed to start off great, but were followed by the dreaded awkward silence. What you do in that moment can make or break your conversation? Chapter 7 shows you exactly what to do when the conversation seems to be dying prematurely

8 -- The Five-Step Method for Ending a Conversation Positively
The purpose of striking up new conversations is to create new connections beyond just that moment. How you end a conversation is as important as how you begin it. You want to leave your new acquaintance with a favorable impression of you going forward. Follow the five-step method in Chapter 9 and you won't go wrong!

9 -- How to Deepen the Relationship with Future Interactions
Making a great impression with someone new is a critical task when you’re networking. But it’s not enough to have an initial contact if you want to create a network of people from which you can truly benefit personally and professionally. Chapter 10 deals with when and how to follow-up to deepen any new relationship


Want to Master the Art/Science of Great Conversations?


Want to develop the communication skills that will help you increase your social circle, expand your network and create deeper relationships?

Ready to from "forgettable" to "unforgettable"?

Ready to develop a magnetic personality that draws people towards you?

Then take advantage of the special introductory pricing and click the 'buy now' button to get started...
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00TBKOTQQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ AkashKaria.com; 3rd edition (February 6, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Akash Karia

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Akash Karia is a peak performance coach who has trained over 180,000 people worldwide, from bankers in Hong Kong to senior executives in Thailand to government members in Dubai. Clients who have sought him out for his expertise include FedEx, Gucci, Bristol Myers Squibb, Wrigley's, Ernst and Young, the Government of Dubai, Sony Pictures Entertainment and many more.

Akash has thrice been ranked the #1 Most Popular Business & Money author on Amazon Kindle and his books have been translated into Italian, Korean and Japanese. His work has also been featured on Forbes, FastCompany, CEO Training, Thrive Global and most recently, The New York Times.

WHY READ HIS BOOKS?

Akash writes books on communication, productivity and psychology, sharing proven tools and techniques for the price of a cup of coffee.

His books are based on hundreds of hours of intensive scientific research, and provide practical tools, techniques and strategies that you can implement immediately.

WHAT DO OTHERS SAY?

"Akash is one of the best professional speakers on the planet today. He is motivating, inspiring and interactive at the same time."

~ Brian Tracy, Author of Eat That Frog

"We hired Akash for our Asia-Pacific, European and North American conferences and he was a big hit! His session was exactly what we needed. I would highly recommend his programs - our team could not get enough."

~ Kevin Kelly, CEO & President, Stampede Global

"Akash delivered true value to our global team...Relevant insights and tools we can implement immediately in the market!"

~ Mark Butterman, Director, InFront Sports & Media

"Akash is a phenomenal coach! The information I gained in just a few short hours is priceless."

~ Fatema Dewji, Director of Marketing for billion-dollar conglomerate, MeTL

"Akash is a very effective, inspiring and energetic speaker!"

~ Azim Jamal, Nautilus Gold Award Winner, #1 Bestselling Author of The Corporate Sufi

"Akash is THE best coach I've ever had!"

~ Eric Laughton, Certified John Maxwell Trainer

Subject to availability, Akash conducts keynotes, workshops and seminars internationally.

Get in touch with him on www.AkashKaria.com/Keynotes (or via Akash@AkashKaria.com).

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3.8 out of 5 stars
3.8 out of 5
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Easy to read but full of great reminders and strategies.
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Easy to read but full of great reminders and strategies.
Small Talk Hacks by Akash is a thin book that goes straight to the point by teaching us the skills that we need to talk to anyone and be instantly welcomed. The ten chapters found in the book delve into different areas we need to take into consideration to create impactful first impressions and start a conversation with anyone anywhere.I enjoyed reading chapter number 4 on active listening. We, human beings, tend to focus on ourselves and talk way too much about US. Here, Akash reminds us that being a good listener requires patience and a genuine interest from our part. It also shows how appreciative people are when we pay authentic attention to what they say.And then, by the last chapter, Akash guides us into how to close and follow up on a conversation. We all meet new people in our lives, either daily, weekly, bi-weekly, etc. Some of those interactions are critical for us to keep. Akash teaches us here how to make that happen.It is a straightforward read, but very impactful if we apply those techniques found in the book.It is my sincere recommendation. I hope that you can also enjoy this book like I did.
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Gundamflexing
5.0 out of 5 stars Great simple tips and tricks for socializing and relationship building
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2015
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I bought this small gem for 0.99 cents, and I can say that this was a great investment for learning new skills in my everyday interaction with people. This book is short and to the point. The author is clear in his delivery and provides just enough examples and reasons to drive home key points. I can definitely recommend this book to anyone, but only when the book is on sale.
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Cheryl Deane
4.0 out of 5 stars Good quick read
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2020
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This book contained a lot of helpful tips and hints that, although mostly common sense (at least to me), were helpful reminders. I would consider reading other books by this author as the book was not weighed down with a lot of fluff and nonsense. It got straight to the point throughout.
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p.eagle
3.0 out of 5 stars That's it?
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2019
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I expected more from what turned out to be a thin book. Some good ideas, which were mostly common sense, but perhaps good reminders.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A short, to-the-point, easy reading guide to the art of conversation
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2015
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The author has once more published another of his easy-to-read, short and to the point ebooks. In this one he addresses everything from your physical appearance to dealing with fears, and explains the importance of a carefully designed personal 30-second commercial about yourself. There are many suggestions in each section, so there are multiple opportunities to try them out and see what works for you.
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Todd Schadler
4.0 out of 5 stars Wow... A Practical Mini-Guide Worth Paying For!
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2015
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Wonderfully succinct and to the point. This author does not beat around the bush or fluff things up. He gives you nothing but straight up pointers on how to improve your "small talking" game. I was actually pleasantly surprised by how informative and to-the-point this book was. Little pearls of wisdom scattered throughout, coupled with its overall brevity, make this a practical guide worth paying for!
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2.0 out of 5 stars ... was anything too exciting but it was in an easy to read/digest format with highlighted topics and a recap ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2016
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I can't say it was anything too exciting but it was in an easy to read/digest format with highlighted topics and a recap at the end of each chapter.
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Piotr Jantos
1.0 out of 5 stars If you want to waste some time, make sure to read this book.
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2015
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Simply horrible. If I wanted to summarize it, I would probably have to paraphraze a chapter from the book: "To keep open posture in communication, remember to keep your posture open." This book is full of similar elliptic hints. In my most humble opinion, this 'thing' is a waste of time, money and space on your Amazon drive space. Skip it, instead just watch some poor politicians and do opposite.
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Larry Franklin
5.0 out of 5 stars The Fine Art of Small Ta: The People Skills & Communications
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2015
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A lot if great information in such a small book. I highly recommend this book even if it is a refresher for some. Some discussion points should be common sense, but we fine out in real life that common sense does not come in play. I have meet a number of people that could greatly benefit from this information. I know I have found some excellent points that I cannot wait to start using.
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Hannah
4.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 2, 2017
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This is a really good book that provides practical tips on talking to people and networking. Definitely worth reading.
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Eduardo Siqueira
4.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Reviewed in Brazil on September 10, 2015
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A classificação de UMA ESTRELA dada a este livro, para mim, foi injusta.

Basicamente a crítica do leitor é no sentido de que temos comportamentos enraizados que não poderiam ser modificados, e qualquer tentativa de mudança seria infrutífera, daí o livro ser ruim, porque o autor dele quer que você siga determinados comportamentos a fim de induzir o interlocutor a mudar a visão que tem de você, através do uso de técnicas de comunicação.

O argumento foi equivocado porque a proposta é exatamente sair da zona de conforto de padrões de comportamento repetidos e, sim, sistematizar alguns que você quer adquirir, igual a um treino. No começo, suas tendências cognitivas enraizadas tenderão a fazer que você sempre caia no mesmo comportamento. Com as propostas apresentadas, a ideia é mudar isso e por no lugar outros comportamentos que farão com você seja visto de outra maneira.

Obviamente, como todo treino, há uma dificuldade inicial. Todo mundo que começa a dirigir sabe disso, até que, com repetição sistematizada, os movimentos se tornam tão naturais que dirigir passa a ser uma atividade tão comum quanto andar. O livro segue por esse caminho: a mudança vai deixa-lo desajeitado no início, mas, com o tempo, o ato se torna natural.
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Denis
5.0 out of 5 stars Really informative read.
Reviewed in Canada on March 13, 2015
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This book provides a wide range of scenarios, ideas and tips on social events that may happen in anyone's life. It provides examples, and tips on how to improve your life in general. Humans are very social creatures, and if you can learn to be a better conversationalist, you will bring much abundance into your life spiritually, socially, and economically. The boom was well written, with studies and anecdotes, and practical examples. I believe that the author is a true master if conversation.
I got this book as a supplement to"How to Win Friends and Influence People". Akash Karia (author) also provides a list of other books and sources on how to improve your life. I recommend that you check it out.
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George Nearchou
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read, covering the basics in a very easy to follow way
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2019
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This book is a very good read. It clvers the essentials, and it does so in a very easy to follow manner.
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Cathi
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on July 18, 2015
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Small Hacks: some simple but important idea
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