Modern Day Conversation? Where?
589708
The story had a great premise. I absolutely loved the idea but I'm not sure that normal modern day people actually talk the way they did in this book. I get the no bad language and all that stuff but seriously, the dialogue was rather unbelievable.
3226690
Leadership questions and guides help steer the conversation.  Organization is more topical than sequential.  I found that different than my organization.
2830321
It was a nice read for a lazy afternoon.  But really. Doesn't anyone communicate anymore?  It seems these characters in books like this just walk away holding a grudge or misconception. Talking works wonders.
4403764
A group recommended this enjoyable little book. The author has proposed interesting and thought-provoking questions for interesting conversations. I would add that many of the quesstions could extend beyond couples - they could work with friends getting to know each other better!
1832587
Unsure.  Have not connected yet since out of the country.  Was a Christmas gift.  Will respond later.
1738616
I liked the dialogue, which seemed true-to-life for contemporary urban youthful interactions, and also the eloquent descriptions of people, places, and things. There were lots of amusing past and present cultural references. I'm not a fan of magical realism, but if you are, I think you will enjoy this book even more.
2116477
Easy to read and thought-provoking discussion of important topics in today's environment.
4178240
I like a lot of current issues discussed as well as some historical information. He presents both. His timeline is perfect. The message is on topic, except for a little corner-turning.  I would like more detail. Today's issues are especially more critical because they, for the most part, are ignored. I wish to see more books written about the commoners and the kick-in the-ass treatment they got from Congress and the Wall Street wealthy.
302151
Never has a book like A Table In Time been more needed than it is today. With the unfortunate coarsening of public discourse, Amy Quinn offers an upbeat blueprint to re-establishing civility and human connection. Her framework provides concrete suggestions on initiating and promoting thoughtful conversation. Amys true gift is her passion for reminding us what can be achieved when we congregate and share a meal. And respectfully listen to one another. My greatest hope is that her message migrates beyond our homes and into our broader culture.
3393428
The audiovox message center is interesting, but maybe a little slow to be completely useful!  I like being able to record a message and have the light come on to indicate a message.  The light is also on for a calendar event that has a message, so sometimes it's hard to tell the difference.  I couldn't get the card reader slot to read my SD card, but was able to easily load some pictures using my flash drive.  It's a fun conversation piece, but we are using it more as a digital frame right now.
1015169
Thought provoking.  A good conversation starter.
862267
Conversation starters for children, what a novel idea! In a day and age when children are glued to their technology-this book shares tons of fun and insightful conversation tips to spark discussions! This is a great book for parents, teachers, councilors, coaches and more. As a coach, I understand the importance of positive questions and open dialog for inspiring thought, relationship building, healing and creating dreams! I love the concept and purpose of this engaging book.
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In High Tech - High Touch, a new book by John Naisbitt and coauthors Nana Naisbitt and Doug Philips, the questions of the next millennium are raised. The authors do not answer these questions, but they urge us to begin  discussing them. Where are we taking technology or is it taking us? Has  technology fulfilled its promise of giving us more leisure time or has it  made our lives busier and more complex? Is the line between real and  virtual blurring and if it is what does that mean to our children and our  society? Are we on the verge of a leap in evolution through genetic  engineering or will we tinker with life and create monsters like Dr.  Frankenstein? Will religion and science find ways to understand and  appreciate each other or will they continue their bitter battle over the  turf of truth? And what does the Specimen Art movement say about who we are  and where we're going? High Tech - High Touch is a fascinating exploration  of these and other significant questions of our time. I highly recommend it  to everyone living on our little island in space.
4571662
Timely messages about the myriad of issues we face in modern society.  Even reading a paragraph or two leaves me pondering my approach to life and its meaning.  Awesome, as they say!
824049
Have you noticed that we as humans just love to talk? At times, it seems we have the uncanny ability to ramble on and on, often to the lofty levels of overkill and the tolerance levels of saints! Yet is there not a need for brevity and negotiating your point in quick time? How can you "sell" or express your viewpoint in a simple yet high-impacting way?

In this modern age of rapid-fire ads, pop-up screens, sound-bites and hi-speed information overload, your words are easily lost amongst the "competition". Your time and opportunity to grab someone's attention has become slimmer than the width of a bar of Hotel soap! Hence the acute need to deliver "substance in seconds".

Milo Frank has an answer. His affordable little book comes to the rescue by describing simple technqiues to say more of substance in less time. It combines the art of time management, frugality, negotiation skills, and focus - to communicate the heart of the message.

The essence of the technique spills over quite merrily into all types of communications, and if implemented wisely, can be a big time and stress saver. Delightfully easy to read, witty, and with splahes of charming anecdotes and examples, this handy book reveals the secrets of efficient and effective verbal communication.

Indeed, once you have reached the heart of the listener, what more is there to say?
3612341
Good book but it was written several years ago and isn't as up-to-date as I would have liked. Gives many different scenarios of how to talk to your teen which applies to real life. I read it in 2 sittings and feel I have learned some new techniques that will be beneficial.
693905
I need to get into customer chat forums. Where and how do you do that now. They've made in almost impossible to get there now.