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Title | How to Win Friends and Influence People | Height | 11 |
Author | Dale Carnegie | Width | 1.9 |
ISBN-13 | 9780091906351 | Binding | Paperback |
ISBN-10 | 0091906350 | Spine Width | |
Publisher | Vermillion | Pages | 268 |
Edition | Availability | In Stock |

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How to Win Friends and Influence People
Author: Dale Carnegie
How To Win Friends And Influence People was first published in 1936, and this edition was released in 2004. This self-help book teaches readers how to deal with people, which is usually the biggest problem that one faces. Packed with time-tested advice and practical techniques, this book is designed for those who want to make their lives more fulfilling. How To Win Friends And Influence People is divided into four parts. The first one includes three fundamental techniques on how to handle people. The author says that it is important to give sincere appreciation, and to avoid criticism as it makes people defensive. The second portion explains six ways to make people like a person. Readers are encouraged to show interest in other people, to remember names, to smile often, and to become good listeners. In addition to this, the book illustrates how to make someone feel important. This is followed by twelve techniques on how to win people by changing their way of thinking. Carnegie says that it is important to admit oneâs mistakes, and to show respect to other peopleâs viewpoints. Dramatizing ideas may help grab other peopleâs attention. The last section talks about changing people without offending them. The author provides tip on how to indirectly correct someoneâs mistakes, and to avoid giving direct orders. He adds that it is also important to provide encouragement, and give the other person a chance to save face. This book is packed with wisdom, all of which have stood the test of time. For over sixty years, the authorâs style of writing has captivated readers all over the world. How To Win Friends And Influence People has sold 15 million copies globally.