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520: A Harvard Expert’s Guide to Mastering Conversations
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Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 520, an interview with the author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, Alison Wood Brooks.
In this episode, Alison shares how her experiences at Harvard shaped her understanding of one of the most critical skills for anyone in any industry: conversation. She introduces the concept of the “topic pyramid”, which includes small talk, tailored talk, and deep talk, and shares strategies for handling difficult conversations, such as using acknowledgment, affirmation, and hedging language. Alison shows why conversing more effectively can make a big difference in the quality of our close personal relationships and our professional success.
Alison Wood Brooks is an Associate Professor at the Harvard Business School. She created and teaches a cutting-edge course to MBA students and executives.
Get Alison’s new book here: https://shorturl.at/WS7i1
Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves
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Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach
McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf
Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo
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520: A Harvard Expert’s Guide to Mastering Conversations
The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving
Manage episode 462493428 series 2391358
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 520, an interview with the author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, Alison Wood Brooks.
In this episode, Alison shares how her experiences at Harvard shaped her understanding of one of the most critical skills for anyone in any industry: conversation. She introduces the concept of the “topic pyramid”, which includes small talk, tailored talk, and deep talk, and shares strategies for handling difficult conversations, such as using acknowledgment, affirmation, and hedging language. Alison shows why conversing more effectively can make a big difference in the quality of our close personal relationships and our professional success.
Alison Wood Brooks is an Associate Professor at the Harvard Business School. She created and teaches a cutting-edge course to MBA students and executives.
Get Alison’s new book here: https://shorturl.at/WS7i1
Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves
Here are some free gifts for you:
Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach
McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf
Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo
511 episoder
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1 526: The University of Texas Professor on How to Improve Your Virtual Communication 57:09


1 525: Quantifying the Real Value and Impact of Thought Leadership 52:34


1 524: Harvard Law School Alum on How to Train Your Team Effectively 46:59


1 523: Boston Consulting Group's Martin Reeves on 'The Imagination Machine' (Strategy Skills classics) 1:00:01


1 522: Former Editor of the Financial Times on the Secret Story of the World's Greatest Disruptor 45:37


1 521: Ex-Accenture Global CEO on Transformation: Human-Powered Leadership in a Disrupted World 52:32


1 520: A Harvard Expert’s Guide to Mastering Conversations 51:22


1 519: Bain & Company's Partner Rob Markey on Customer Strategy, Customer Loyalty and Retention (Strategy Skills classics) 1:07:20


1 518: Former EY and KPMG Managing Director, Michael J. Lopez, on Strategies for Navigating Change 47:01


1 517: Digital Transformation Consulting: Technology Leader Insights 8:33


1 516: Professor of Psychology on Succeeding as an Immigrant 58:36


1 515: McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, PwC et al. Consulting Job Application Office Selection 16:12


1 514: How to Select Consulting Specialization 9:51


1 513: 9-Figure Founder and E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year on How to Be Successful 56:28
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