Talking for Success : The Secret Codes of Conversation - and How to Master Them.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Clifton, Jonathan.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Conversation analysis.

Interpersonal communication.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (214 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : HAYTHORP BOOKS, 2024.

Summary:

Jonathan Clifton's 'Talking for Success' delves into the intricacies of spoken language, exploring how it shapes our social interactions and professional lives. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of real-life conversations, from courtroom exchanges to everyday small talk, highlighting the secret codes of effective communication. Clifton, a seasoned conversation analyst and business communication educator, aims to demystify these codes, enabling readers to enhance their speaking skills for personal and professional success. The book is structured into two parts: the first provides detailed analyses of various conversational contexts, while the second offers practical strategies for mastering language use. Intended for a broad audience, it serves as a guide to understanding and leveraging the power of spoken language. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Dedication

Why read this book?

1. Introduction

PART ONE: Analyses of real-life talk

2. Courtroom talk

3. Apologising

4. The sales pitch

5. Debating

6. Doing teacher-talk in debate

7. Advertising

8. Threatening

9. Negotiating

10. Being a good person

11. Remembering

12. Talking history

13. Telling tales of the unexpected

14. Telling war stories

15. Presenting

16. Public speaking – when it goes right

17. Public speaking – when it goes wrong

18. Doing chaos

19. Making small talk – when it goes right

20. Making small talk – when it goes wrong

21. Being polite and impolite

22. Team Talk Generated by AI.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9781914487293

191448729X

OCLC:

1433223726