The Handbook of Communication Skills looks at the latest research into interpersonal communication, non-verbal behaviour, persuasion and negotiation to help you build your communication skills.

What does this book cover?

The 4th edition of The Handbook of Communication Skills is concerned with communication as a set of technical skills which can be developed with study and practice. It offers many important resources both for people new to the study of communication and for advanced academics. Finally, it offers practical advice for professionals in a range of industries.

The Handbook of Communication Skills addresses a range of closely related concepts, such as:

• Persuasion and negotiation
• Listening skills and reading expression
• The social behaviour of small groups
• The requirements of counselling and conducting interviews
• Coaching, mentoring and CBT
• Communication involving novel digital technologies

About the Author

Owen Hargie is an honorary life member and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. He is Ulster University’s Emeritus Professor of Communication, and has been awarded a Senior Distinguished Research Fellowship there. Finally, Professor Hargie is a part of the Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters.

The Handbook of Communication Skills, 4^th edition is a wonderful resource which can help you understand the shifting relationship between communication skills, persuasion and more effective negotiations.