HBR's 10 Must Reads on Communication, Updated and Expanded (featuring "The Surprising Power of Questions" by Alison Wood Brooks and Leslie K. John)

Summary

If you read (or listen to) nothing else on communication, listen to this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you speak more authentically, express your ideas with clarity and impact, and win over your audience.

This book will inspire you to ask better questions to get more out of every discussion; listen for emotions and cues, not just facts; use visuals persuasively and effectively; sharpen your business writing to ensure your message sticks; manage negative emotions during stressful conversations; and encourage constructive debate by cultivating psychological safety.

HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

This updated and expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles and additional short-form pieces to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.