I haven’t done a non fiction book review for a while, so I am delighted to be sharing my thoughts on Now We’re Talking, by Sarah Rosenthuler. How to discuss what really matters. Because it’s non fiction, there is less risk of spoilers.
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I am not a person who likes to have difficult conversations, and will, in fact, actively avoid them, if the conversation impacts me personally. I am very good at navigating the needs of others and my job involves working with people with complex needs and issues. But if it comes to me having to face a difficult or challenging conversation, say for example with a colleague, my boss, or someone else, I will attempt to run for the hills.
But, as is life, the things we don’t want to do usually have a way of coming to find us to make us deal with them, so for me, getting better in an area where I am weak, as part of my personal developement both privately and in my work space is a priority.
Now We’re Talking, by Sarah Rozenthuler, aims to overcome the obstacles that stop you from having a difficult conversation and use ‘authentic dialogue’ tools so you can move from avoidance or breakdown to breakthrough.
You will learn how to:
- Use the Four Secrets so you can better tackle the conversations you dread most
- ‘Find your ground’ and prepare to have a difficult conversation
- ‘Build a bridge’ and create rapport
- ‘Read the room’ and intervene effectively
- ‘Hold space’ and navigate conflict
Discover how to apply cutting-edge tools so people talk about key issues, strengthen their relationships and uncover the hidden possibilities in difficult situations.
Sarah Rozenthuler is a is a world-renowned speaker, chartered psychologist and leadership coach. With expertise in the area of self development and leadership, you know that she “knows” what she is talking about and isn’t just another self help guru.
I always struggle to get into books about leadership or personal development issues but I found this book easy to read, and sensible. Practical and unpatronising but also very insightful with clear tools and guidance.
This is definately a book well worth investing in, if you are working in managment or a workplace where you are navigating managing or working alongside people but also for personal self development. I would very much recommend it and I will be giving it a second read and using it as I work on the areas that I would like to avoid but know I can’t.