Yes, But--: The Top 40 Killer Phrases and How You Can Fight Them
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"Yes, But... " is a handbook of lighthearted cartoons and strategy tools you'll need to bulletproof your great ideas. It is now available in Japanese, German and Portuguese. You'll learn to recognize... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0887306608
ISBN13:9780887306600
Release Date:January 1994
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Length:90 Pages
Weight:0.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 8.0" x 8.0"
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Gives you the bullet-proof system against threats to your innovative ideas...at all times!
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"Yes, But...": The Top 40 Killer Phrases & How You Can Fight Them by Charles Thompson In a nut shell, "Yes, But..." is a practical guide to overcoming the bureaucratic language that often stifles continuous innovation. It is packed with lighthearted cartoons & strategy tools to help you to recognize & diffuse the 'Top 40 Killer Phrases', made famous in the author's first book, entitled 'What a Great Idea!'. Essentially, you will learn to transform "Yes, But..." into "Yes, and..." & your ideas into reality! For the uninititated, a 'Killer Phrase' is defined as a knee-jerk response that squelches new ideas; most commonly said by bosses, parents, & government officials. It is often a threat to innovation. Whereas, a 'Fight Back Phrase' is defined as words that launch ideas into reality; usually said by achievers, leaders, & entrepreneurs. It is the self talk of champions. If you are a manager & /or facilitator, please get hold of this wonderful book immediately!
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