How to be Heard: Secrets for Powerful Speaking and Listening (Communication Skills Book)

This is a wonderful book! This book is full of valuable information on how to really listen to others and how to have others really hear what you are trying to say. Although the information will probably not be new to readers, it is presented in an easy-to-understand way and it helps one see how to implement the ideas in their own everyday life. I especially liked the tips on how to stop interrupting others (something I have a habit of doing), and how to consiously listen (something that has been helpful in dealing with my children). I highly recommend this book! Please mark if you find my review helpful. Thank you so much!

I would not be exaggerating to say this book changed my life. I had seen Julians TED talk and wanted to learn more. one of my main issues was that I always felt like I was not being heard and was frequently talked over . This lead to a number of communication issues especially in high pressure situations .I picked up the audio book and was floored . this book is masterfully written and the suggestion Julian makes all work they are not puff pop psychology they are legitimate skills that can turn you into the person in the everyone listens to in the room. These skills take practice especially avoiding the deadly sins of speech but the results are incredible.I was able to obtain employment in a customer facing role that I was woefully under qualified for, the interviewers all felt that at the end of the day they I was the one they kept coming back too. They said my communication was the most memorable.This book will improve your life. I also recommend Amy Cuddy's Presence . This book mention her and I followed up from there.

’ve been a fan of Julian Treasure ever since the first time I saw one of his TED talks. When I saw that he had written a book, I preordered it immediately. I was not disappointed.The book asks, “What's at stake for you”? The simple answer is everything. Julian’s book methodically walks us through how sound, speaking and listening, influence our lives, both positively and negatively. This is a great read for anyone that is looking to improve their communication skills, whether it be for personal or professional reasons. I am involved in Leadership Training and find many in the business world have communication skills that have atrophied in today's digital environment of e-mails, IMs, and texts. If you are someone who is looking to improve these critical skills, this is the book for you.

Reading this clearly shows that Julian is a very experienced and professional listener and speaker. I watched most of his amazing speeches and in book he reveals what he does to bring it over the right way. Lots to learn, practice and experience. Love it!

Well written and surprisingly not boring - I say that with a smile as I normally have to really push myself to read non-fiction - normally an avid reader of fantasy/para-normal/historical/drama etc ;-) There are so many great points raised in How to be Heard. Of course, they all make so much sense. As an avid reader I understand the love we have of the written word but I do feel that the art of texting has taken over. I hate to say that I have been guilty of using text as an avoidance tactic. But I do enjoy a good conversation where all parties are involved in listening and speaking. Most definitely an informative and eye-opening read..... I have lots to fix about myself lol.

I give this three stars because the content regarding the science of sound and methods for not just listening, but speaking to be heard, is quite exceptional. Why don't I give it five stars then, you ask? Because it is so laden with typos it's almost laughable it made it to print and it's pretty much a commercial for TED talks as though they're the greatest thing ever (I can assure you, they're not).

Love his routine to do before a speech. Very easy to follow. Some of it is not super useful, but interesting throughout.

I was drawn in by Julian Treasures TED talks and this book went even deeper than those talks. There are many useful ideas encapsulated in acronyms as well as deep thoughts about being a conscious listener and speaker. As a speech language pathologist, I can see the corollaries of these ideas in the way that we are educating children these days. There are many aspects of speaking and listening that we are missing. Well worth the read- take notes!

Love this so far. Well written and lots of exercises that seem to make an actual difference. I'm still making my way through the chapters but, as someone who gets anxious about the social side of work (meetings, lunches, office politics!!), I've found it really useful to use particular exercises when I'm feeling nervous or a bit out of control, which is exactly why I bought the book.

This a very good read. Many good tips on communications that aid a positive listening experience. Some gems of personal experiences which bring the theory to life.

How to be heard is a good book, however I expected more from this book. I follow Julian Treasure and seen his Ted Talks multiple times. I could not find additional information or tips which were not present in the TED talk. There were a lot of interview script of other TED speakers which i found very boring. There were multiple repetitions and the entire content was not stitched together coherently.I would recommend people to watch his TED talks rather than spending time on this book

Ho atteso lungamente l'uscita di questo libro, essendo appassionato di comunicazione, public speaking etc. quindi questo libro, scritto dall'immenso Julian Treasure, non poteva mancare alla mia collezione. Coinvolgente, pratico ed interessante. Dall'nizio alla fine. Vale OGNI centesimo speso, anzi molto di più.Must Have

Grande Julian Treasure...En esta obra veremos como realmente el sonido nos afecta de forma anímica y emocional, como escuchar de forma efectiva, como comunicar mejor y muchas cosas más que no tendría suficiente espacio para eso. Simplemente es genial, me lo estoy leyendo varias veces ya :).