The Art of Connection, Michael J. Gelb
The Art of Connection, Michael J. Gelb
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The Art of Connection
7 Relationship-Building Skills Every Leader Needs Now

Author: Michael J. Gelb

Narrator: Tom Parks

Unabridged: 7 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/07/2017

Synopsis

These days, many of us find it easier to avoid face-to-face contact in favor of technological shortcuts. Why take the trouble to meet someone in person when we can simply send an email or a text? But as Michael Gelb argues in this compelling book, the meaningful relationships that come from real interaction are the basis of success. In The Art of Connection, Gelb offers readers seven methods of developing better rapport in their professional and personal lives. Each chapter covers a specific technique and then illustrates it with memorable stories, relevant scientific research, and hands-on exercises that allow readers to apply their new skills. Most important, Gelb reminds us that developing rapport with others is not just a business tool to enhance productivity but a valuable end in itself. By truly connecting with others, we broaden our own humanity as well as connect with a deeper part of ourselves.

About Michael J. Gelb

Michael J. Gelb, a renowned innovator in the field of creative thinking and leadership development, is the bestselling author of How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci, Body Learning, Samurai Chess and Present Yourself! Since 1978 Michael Gelb has conducted seminars around the world for companies such as BP, IBM, DuPont, KPMG, and YPO. He lives in Edgewater, New Jersey.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Daniel on January 07, 2019

This was good, but a week gone by, and it's hard to remember highlights. Let's press this brain for a few... Yes, relationships are key to being a good leader. Yes, humility is essential to being a good leader. Yes, one must be vulnerable as a leader, owning up to the fact that you get it wrong and......more

Goodreads review by Tristy on August 11, 2017

Endorsements: “I love Michael Gelb’s wonderful new book. It is filled with simple yet profound practices that support us in cultivating deep relationships at work and in our personal lives — the secret to a life of meaning and joy.” — Eileen Fisher, founder and chairwoman of EILEEN FISHER, Inc. “A mast......more

Goodreads review by Mohibullah on May 08, 2022

It's no surprise that the capacity to establish relationships is one of the important variables for leadership success as command-and-control leadership gives way to "influence" leadership – the strongest leaders are those who know how to influence, persuade, and inspire their followers. It's also n......more

Goodreads review by Juan on November 05, 2020

Partner relationships should benefit everyone. Instead of building walls build bridges. ::: CONNECTING AT WORK ::: HUMILITY Embrace humility. Be humble and encourage conversation. Avoid fearing to be wrong or mistakes. ROLE MODELING Be a glow-worm: your feelings influence those around you. Be someone to f......more

Goodreads review by Alquine on June 15, 2018

This book is pact with acronyms and relevant information. I hope it will still be applicable in the future. Rules have changed. Time management is out. Energy management is in. We are gearing towards collaborative effort where we treat everyone as equals. Teams form, accomplish a task, and then refo......more

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