As a speaker who teaches communication, I have been asked multiple times if I have a list of the books I would recommend to those wanting to grow their communication skills. Therefore, I’m adding this page for those seeking these resources.
Book Recommendations for Growing Your Communication Skills
- Verbal Judo by George J. Thompson, PH.D. and Jerry B. Jenkins
- What Every Body is Saying by Joe Navarro with Marvin Karlins, Ph.D.
- The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More by Jefferson Fisher
- How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
- Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler and Emily Gregory
- Good Boundaries and Goodbyes by Lysa Terkeurst
- Found Out Anything from Anyone, Anytime by James O. Pyle and Maryann Karinch
Social Media Recommendations for Communication and Relationship Skills
- @jefferson_fisher
- @askvnih
- @matthiasjbarker
- @jimmy_on_realtionships
- @nurturefirst
- @happy.human.life
Excellent Speakers who have done TEDTalks, Masterclasses, Podcasts, and Authored Books on Communication:
Bréne Brown, famous for her 2010 TED talk, “The Power of Vulnerability.” She is a renowned research professor, author, and podcast host who has spent over two decades studying vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy.
Chris Voss of the Black Swan Group, known for teaching high-stakes communication techniques based on emotional intelligence.