The Power of Logic: In Problem Solving and Communication [Paperback]

Linda Long (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 2004

Describes a process and tools to help business people understand how to use logic to break a problem apart for problem solving to ensure there are no gaps in the analysis and no unnecessary tasks undertaken. It also shows how to use logic to synthesize data into an overall "so what" so that decision makers quickly grasp recommendations and conclusions in a way that is persuasive and easy to understand.

Editorial Reviews

Review

I found Linda’s book invaluable in our training program for new consultants. -- Hans Dau, Partner The Mitchell Madison Group

Linda Long's framework for structuring writing provides a clear approach to finding the major point of your argument. -- Jeannine Turner, PhD, Assistant Professor, Georgetown UniversityThe McDonough School of Business

"There is no more important skill to master in business than logic in communications. -- Don Holdsworth, Executive DirectorCorporate DevelopmentPricewaterhouseCoopers Australia

"There is no more important skill to master in business than logic in communications. --Don Holdsworth, Executive DirectorCorporate DevelopmentPricewaterhouseCoopers Australia

“I found Linda’s book invaluable in our training program for new consultants. --Hans Dau, Partner The Mitchell Madison Group

“Linda Long's framework for structuring writing provides a clear approach to finding the major point of your argument. --Jeannine Turner, PhD, Assistant Professor, Georgetown UniversityThe McDonough School of Business --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Linda Long, Ph.D., founded Strategic Communication Consulting in 1993. The firm provides a range of communication services that help clients build the communication skills of individuals and teams and improve the quality of communications throughout the organization. The firm offers training and executive coaching that focuses on personal communication skill building. SCC’s consulting services help drive change through strategic internal communications.

With a total of 25 years in the field of communication, Linda worked for 6 years as a Communication Consultant for McKinsey & Company and has had her own consulting practice for 12 years. She has also taught at various universities, including the masters level management programs at: Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois; the Jones School of Rice University in Houston, Texas; and Goizueta Business School at Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; as well as the undergraduate programs at The University of Houston and others.

Product Details

• Paperback: 54 pages
• Publisher: SCC publishing (August 2004)
• ISBN-10: 0975924702
• ISBN-13: 978-0975924709
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 6.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,342,417 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent, useful book, February 28, 2007

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Dr. Andrew Abela (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Power of Logic: In Problem Solving and Communication (Paperback)

This is without doubt one of the best, and most useful books I have read (and I have read many!) on the use of logic in business presentations. The book outlines a great process for structuring problems and synthesizing
complex information into a easy-to-understand story for decision makers. Linda Long is a great writer and teacher, and anyone who wants to improve their logical problem solving shoudl buy and use this book - I absolutely recommend it.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars strong framework, February 27, 2007

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J. Turner (Washington, D.C.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Power of Logic: In Problem Solving and Communication (Paperback)

This book provides a strong framework for building arguments. It also provides a helpful structure for disecting the process of researching a problem and then writing the solution. The book is easy to follow and helps the reader to develop an argument in a logical and powerful way.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Practical Guide to Using Logic in Communications, April 16, 2007

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Dorothy A. Bertsche "Dory" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Power of Logic: In Problem Solving and Communication (Paperback)

This book takes some classic logic constructs and helps the reader understand how to apply them successfully to communications. If you are looking for help in convincing someone of your point of view - in business and in your personal life - this book is for you. Great examples that really illustrate how to apply these frameworks. Very helpful - really made an impact on my communications.