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Summary: One of my all time favorites
Review: I have read this book over and over again quite a few times and everytime I read it a learn something new. It is a true must read!Reading this book initially was an eye opening experience. I was socializing with people exactly the opposite of how Dale suggests to. I followed the books suggestions by highlighting key points in the book, this has proved helpful as I review these highlighted notes at least once a month. This is why I suggest you purchase this book instead of borrowing it from the library and reading it once. I have been following the techniques described in the book for about a year now, and it has worked for me tremendously, especially at work socializing with co-workers. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their communcation with people.
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Summary: Warning: This book may change your life
Review: Take two handfuls of dazzling writing, then mix it with pure brilliance and you have one of the greatest books of all phases. This book stood and will continue to stand the test of time. This is chiefly because of the universal thoughts expressed by Carnegie. All readers will be able to relate to it, no matter how their popularity rates. No wonder it went on to sell over fifteen million copies in a space of sixty odd years. There have been countless editions of this book and particularly, the Harper Collins Business Classic edition, is the most prominent. The primary reason why I admire Carnegie's writing is because he always, always backs up his ideas with examples and past accomplishments based on the same specific thoughts. This makes it easier for the reader to understand the principles which are conveyed. True, the book could have been shortened to half its size, but what good would that have done? Carnegie has laced his incredible thoughts with quotes from well-known individuals and this assists to make the book far more interesting than others in its self-help category. I can't begin to tell you how many connections Carnegie had in his existence. It's interesting to note that the author wasn't a pure success in his early days. He explains that his family were at the bottom of the economical scale and it took him years to discover what he so eloquently writes about. In fact, it took him around fifteen years to write, "How to Win Friends and Influence People." In that time he interviewed hundreds of successful people and accumulated knowledge of their sensational victories. A reader tends to gain more from self-help books knowing that the author wasn't always a genuine success and that he essentially had to work his way up the ladder of achievement. It conveys the message that accomplishments can be carried out by almost anyone and at anytime of their lives. Some people attempt to read the book thinking that it will be an easy journey, so it's imperative to note that a person cannot change without persistence and diligence. Carnegie mentions early on that to get the most out of his words, you will need to have a "deep desire" to learn. Everything we do in our existence goes hand in hand with how much passion we have. This book will not change your life, unless, you willingly make it change your life. The principles he outlines are difficult to carry out in reality. But with practice and continued determination, it will almost inevitably help you on your odyssey. Common sense? Well, maybe. But most people don't realise the true meaning of courtesy and lack essential people skills.
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Summary: The First Meaningful Book I've Ever Read
Review: Firstly, I have to say, I believe not a lot of people have not heard or read this book. This is such a timeless useful book that anyone who wish to live a full life should at least read it. It is up to you whether you want to use the suggestions or not. Like the road to mastery, to effiently adopt all those ways and means that the Carnegie teaches would take a long time. For those occassion I employ them, they worked wonders! Still, I do not this is for everyone, because it involves fundamentally change your beliefs and behaviors. However, if you want to incorporate some of the ideas into your ways in dealing with people, you will have pleasant surprises.
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Summary: An objective review
Review: I have just read the book and many of the amazon reviews of it and I must say that it is most certainly one of the most powerful books ever written. It can, and has, changed the lives and the social habits of many people out there. Read all of the below reviews and you can see testament to that. Most love it and the few that don't, absolutely hate it. Why is this the case? Here is, in my opinion, my review of the reviews. I don't think anyone, whether they hated it or not, will say that this book is a weak and trivial book. By the sheer magnitude of the effect it has had on people and lives, it is most certainly something to contend with. And let me tell you, if I may, this book has certainly made an immeasurable splash on how I understand human nature. In any case, those who vehemently hate the book seem to hate it, not because it is impotent, but because it is SO POTENT. In other words, they seem to write that they must stand on principles of truth and attack a book that can be used for evil purposes. And, indeed, a truly evil person can indeed use this book for such ends. And I wouldn't doubt if some cult leaders have read this book as primers. But the fact is that the book is not evil. Giving immense power to human begins (like nuclear power) is not inherently evil so you cannot denounce a book like this for spreading evil. It is simply a vehicle of power. So it's really up to who the reader is. I believe that although a lot of harm can possibly come from use of these principles, I also believe that a greater amount of human good can come through these principles. Because utlimately, what Dale Carnegie is preaching is a way for people to have peace with one another. And more and more, peace is becoming an important thing to all people. And I must say that it even if it can be used for evil, the tone and content of Mr. Carnegie's writing constantly seems to say this: Understand one another, put down your arms first if you want the other to put down theirs, understand first if you want to be understood, trust one another, and love one another's frailties. And he says that these are the keys to winning people's heart's and minds. Is winning people's heart's and minds wrong if your ultimate purpose is to seek peaceful understanding? That is, afterall, what Ghandhi preached. And while he was alive, it worked. I personally think if world leaders read this book, we would have greater global peace. So if you are a person of integrity who seeks truth and goodness and betterment, read this book.
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Summary: Enhance Your Life
Review: I've recommended this book to anyone who's expressed an interest in getting more out of life or just communicating better with others. It is indeed a classic, and as such, is timeless. Since I've incorporated it's teachings in my life, I often hear people comment on my ability to convince others to my way of thinking. If you read this book, you'll learn the skill of finding the win-win in every situation.
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Summary: Win more friends...and have a better life.
Review: Rumor has it that this book is the second best-selling book of all-time, second only to the bible. I don't know if that's true or not, but if you want to have a better marriage, better friendship and better cooperation from your family, coworkers or boss then this book is for you. If you want to win their friendship, admiration and love, this book is for you. If you want to develop that Hollywood charm, glib and charisma than this book is definetly for you. In short: it's for real people. Think about it for a moment, you deal with people everyday! Why not make the most out of each relationship? As Zig Ziglar says: " How well you enjoy life, depends on how well your relationships are". I sometimes hear the complaint, that this book tells you nothing about how to nurture relationships and keep friends, and in a sense I guess that's true. This book helps to get your foot in the door and get inside!, but where you go from there is up to you. I believe that besides developing yourself, you can also make your life happier by improving on your relationships. Here's a good place to start.
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Summary: A must for sincere understanding of others
Review: Knowing how to communicate with others is essential for anyone. I did not have this knowledge until I read this book. I realized where I was doing things wrong and how I can improve. Now I have closer friends than before because they know that I am sincere in what I do and say. There are many great things taught in this book. Don't let the title fool you, this is not a self-help book. It's something everyone should read if they ever interact with people in any way. Five stars for Dale Carnegie!
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Summary: Opens a world of opportunities
Review: Among all of the investing in real estate books this one stands out in my mind as the best. To start with the authors know how to write in a clear, interesting, and practical(experienced) manner. No hype about nothing down, cash back deals that bear no relation to reality. Instead, this book covers foreclosures, rehabs, creative renovation, lease options, bargain shopping all from a sound and doable perspective. This book also offers the best by far discussion of leases and tenant management. These chapters alone are worth the price of the book. I could say more, but will close with the words of another reviewer-- If you want a sound, thoughtful guide to profitable investing, buy this book.
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Summary: Do not read the reviews below
Review: " Any fool can condemn and complain and most fools do "
Benjamin Franklin The two reviews below were written by people who are most likely intelligent and interesting, but the book made me want to truely have an intrest in people instead of manipulating them. It is really just common sense. If you weren't born naturally charming and with a great ability to orate and invlolve yourself in the crowd then i would reccomend this book to you Good Luck
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Summary: Great book can turn your life around
Review: I am a 21 year old student from England that has suffered from being shy most of my life. I saw this book by chance in a book shop and it looked interesting so i got it. I can honestly say this book has turned my life around.
His style of writing is very inspirational and gave me the confidence to be a more open and friendly person without being scared of saying the wrong thing or feeling inferior. People i know have commented that they have seen a visable change in me recently, i used to be rude to people out of insecurity however this has all changed now.
The book has introduced me to a new kind of life, i can also recomend his book how to stop worrying and start living. By reading this book u will learn to be less critical,more understanding and basicly a better people person. I dont feel that the book makes u superficial, anybody can just go around telling people how great they are to try to get approval but what he is actually saying is that its better to give sincere praise from the heart, this will have a much greater impact on people than flattery because they will know its true and u mean it. I wish i had read this book at like 15. I very much suggest u read it!
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