Everything you need to know about communication and relationship building at work is right here! Solid insights and practical advice from one of the world's leading authorities on executive coaching and employee engagement. * Marshall Goldsmith is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Triggers, Mojo, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There. *
Who doesn't cringe when they hear the words, Can We Talk? And yet the truth is, those conversations we'd prefer to avoid are essential. I love how Roberta clearly guides us through the process of finding our voice so we can say what most needs to be said. This book is invaluable for leaders or for anyone who works. * Sally Helgesen, author, How Women Rise, The Female Vision, and The Web of Inclusion *
If you want to keep your employees, then you've got to get them talking. Roberta Matuson's book will do just that. With memorable stories and examples (including the author's own first-hand experiences of difficult conversations quickly going south) Can We Talk? provides readers with tools to actively build better relationships up, down and across the organization. * Dr. Bev Kaye, co-author Love 'Em or Lose 'Em and Up is Not the Only Way *
There's nothing more important in business than the ability to communicate effectively with those above, below and across from you. In Can We Talk?, Roberta provides readers with a game-changing framework to help them safely navigate through any tough work conversation, while successfully building strong relationships along the way. * Laura Huang, international bestselling author of EDGE: Turning Adversity into Advantage, and professor at Harvard Business School *
If you've been holding back from saying what needs to be said at work, Can We Talk? is the book for you. No topic is off the table here. This is a must-read for business owners, leaders and employees looking to find their voice and power up their communication skills. * Dorie Clark, author of Reinventing You and executive education faculty, Duke University Fuqua School of Business *
One of our six Core Values at Saxbys is Care Personally and Communicate Openly - simply because we know how critical, yet difficult human communication can be. Roberta's book does a fantastic job identifying both the importance of actually having difficult conversations while also providing the guidance to have them effectively. * Nick Bayer, Founder and CEO of Saxbys *
Can We Talk? is essential reading for anyone looking to improve their work relationships and build trust through more effective communication. Can We Talk? is one of those books that you'll refer to time and time again. * Jenn Mann, Chief Human Resources Officer, SAS *
Can We Talk? is a fast-pass framework to help you move past one-sided conversations, better your career and achieve a more humanistic workplace. * Marlene Chism, Author of From Conflict to Courage: How to stop avoiding and start leading *
Where was Can We Talk? when I needed it most? All those well-meaning but frequently awkward conversations that could have been better for all if I had read this. Roberta proves once again that she is the subject matter expert. * Julie Kahn, President of Regan Communications *
Roberta has done it again! I find myself wishing I'd had this book when I was a new professional. Roberta's practical approach and no-nonsense language make this the playbook for improving employee performance. Her planned approach is sure to make giving tough messages a lot easier, and that is the first step to ensuring your employees are exceeding your expectations. * Jay Hargis, First Vice President, Learning and Development Officer, Apple Bank *
Roberta's Can We Talk? gives managers and individual contributors a comprehensive toolbox on how to handle difficult conversations in a productive and constructive manner, and elevate performance and employee engagement. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to be successful in their career. * Polina Ware, PhD, Global R&D and TS&D Director, Rogers Corporation *
