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    How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend
    How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend
    How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend
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    How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend

    By Lucas McCain

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    Effective arguing is an important skill to develop. Verbal conflict is not about being contrary or negative, and it’s not about getting your own way.

    Arguing is an inherent part of life that humans use to resolve issues and create new ideas and solutions. Arguing often breeds innovation. When people respectfully, accurately, and logically debate ideas, they become more informed and see the world through other perspectives.

    When used effectively, an argument can resolve conflict and lead to better outcomes for all parties.

    Using the "secrets" in How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend you can become an effective, yet lovable, arguer. You’ll learn how to :

    * Achieve mutually beneficial resolutions with your spouse, colleagues, and your children.

    * Manage friendships more effectively by using your skills to win without alienating your relationships.

    * Vastly improves your negotiating skills with your co-workers and supervisors, even clients and customers.

    Effective arguing is a skill anyone can learn. From managing your own emotions to guiding others into a way of thinking that best suits your argument, there are a variety of skills you can use to be more effective when arguing with anyone about any topic at any time.

    And best of all --- you save your relationships in the process!

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLaurenzanaPress
    Release dateJun 29, 2012
    ISBN9781937918415
    How To Argue: 21 Ways to Win An Argument Without Losing a Friend

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      How To Argue - Lucas McCain

      HOW TO ARGUE : 21 WAYS TO WIN AN ARGUMENT WITHOUT LOSING A FRIEND

      Lucas McCain

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      TABLE OF CONTENTS

      Introduction

      Tip 1: Never Attack

      Tip 2: Pick the winning side

      Tip 3: Know Your Opponent

      Tip 4: Get on the Same Page

      Tip 5: Read the Other Person’s Body Language

      Tip 6: Build Rapport

      Tip 7: Turn Problems into Outcomes

      Tip 8: Diffuse Anger

      Tip 9: Take a Time Out

      Tip 10: Know What You’re Talking About

      Tip 11: Be logical

      Tip 12: Use Your Opponent’s Lapse in Logic

      Tip 13: Using Friendliness, Humor, and Humility

      Tip 14: Keep the Conversation Focused

      Tip 15: Listen and Acknowledge the Other Point of View

      Tip 16: Use Emotions

      Tip 17: Turn a Potential Loss Into a Partial Win

      Tip 18: Find a Shared Goal

      Tip 19: Negotiate a Compromise

      Tip 20: Avoid Common Mistakes

      Tip 21: Be a Graceful Winner

      Go Forth and Win!

      INTRODUCTION

      Even in a disconnected world full of technology, people communicate face-to-face with other human beings every day of their lives. Being able to successfully convey thoughts, feelings, ideas, and goals is important with personal and business relationships.

      In fact, any time you’re with someone you are communicating -- even if it’s non-verbally -- as your body language communicates what is going on internally. Your posture, stance, attitude, every muscle in your face, and your eyes give them clues as to whether you’re being combative, confrontational, attentive, deep in thought, or protective of your space. Even the tone of your voice can be a dead giveaway if it’s strident, calm, gentle, deep, forceful, seductive, or authoritarian.

      However, not understanding how to utilize your body movements and your verbal and internal energy to communicate effectively can cause miscommunication, especially during times of conflict.

      Through effective communication people make friends, find a mate, complete group projects at school, get travel directions, and get their work done

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