Book of the Week: How to Win Friends and Influence People
Published by Smart Office
Author(s): Dale Carnegie
Publisher: Pocket Books, 1998
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Why We Love It:
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie is like the ultimate guide to being awesome with people. Whether you struggle with social situations or just want to up your networking game, this book is a goldmine of advice.
Carnegie’s writing style is approachable and easy to follow. It’s not like reading a textbook; it’s more like chatting with a friend or close mentor. He breaks down the principles of human interaction in a way that makes total sense—things like the importance of listening, giving genuine compliments, and showing respect. Each chapter is packed with real-life examples and stories that make you go, “Oh yeah, I’ve totally been in that situation!” Whether you’re trying to make friends, impress your boss, or just be a better communicator overall, the tips in this book are seriously effective.
One thing to note: it’s not a quick-fix kind of book. You have to put in the effort and practice these skills. But if you do, you’ll see results. I often find myself using and sharing Carnegie’s advice without even realizing it, and find that others respond more positively to me when I do. How to Win Friends and Influence People has become a classic of self-help literature for a reason. It’s timeless, practical, and totally worth the read if you want to master the art of relationships.
Favorite Quotes:
“It isn’t what you have or who you are or where you are or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about it.” – Dale Carnegie
“You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.” – Dale Carnegie
“Instead of condemning people, let’s try to understand them. Let’s try to figure out why they do what they do. That’s a lot more profitable and intriguing than criticism; and it breeds sympathy, tolerance and kindness. “To know all is to forgive all.” – Dale Carnegie
Book Jacket Summary:
You can go after the job you want—and get it!
You can take the job you have—and improve it!
You can take any situation—and make it work for you!
Dale Carnegie’s rock-solid, time-tested advice has carried countless people up the ladder of success in their business and personal lives. One of the most groundbreaking and timeless bestsellers of all time, How to Win Friends & Influence People will teach you:
- Six ways to make people like you
- Twelve ways to win people to your way of thinking
- Nine ways to change people without arousing resentment
And much more! Achieve your maximum potential—a must-read for the twenty-first century with more than 15 million copies sold!
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