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4.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad., October 31, 2001
This review is from: 5 Steps To Professional Presence: How to Project Confidence, Competence, and Credibility at Work (Paperback)
While the book is called "Professional Presence," it should more properly be titles "Positive Professional Presence" because it provides advice on how not to be a jerk in your on the job interpersonal relationships (live and mechanical interaction with employees, bosses, clients). I bet everyone works with a couple people who are desperately in need a book like this. Others can probably still pick up a few tips. I don't think there's anything ground-breaking in here, or that can't be found in other books. But still, it's well organized, clearly written, up to date, and there's a good balance of straight-forward advice and illustrative anecdotes (which are reasonably entertaining). This is probably a good choice if you haven't already bought other similar titles, but may be superfluous if you have.
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68 of 72 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Recommended if you DON'T own "Professional Presence" already, January 13, 2001
This review is from: 5 Steps To Professional Presence: How to Project Confidence, Competence, and Credibility at Work (Paperback)
I'm certainly NOT knocking this book, you'll find highly valuable info in here. BUT, it should have just been a revised version of "Professional Presense" (Which is out of print for some odd reason) since it's almost the exact same book! Even the first chapters have the exact same stories, with just some words changed here and there. So, if you already own "Professional Presence" there's really very little updated info to justify buying this book as well. It's just a restructured version, that's really all it is. For those being exposed to Susan Bixler's spot-on knowledge of presenting a professional presence, I have found NO OTHER expert who simplifies it as well as she does! This book WILL live up to it's title, provided you actually apply and immerse yourself into the materiel. I took one star away, only becuase it's a new title on virtually the same book.
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51 of 53 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
5 Steps to Great First Impressions, December 2, 2003
This review is from: 5 Steps To Professional Presence: How to Project Confidence, Competence, and Credibility at Work (Paperback)
This book starts with a self-examination. I like the opening quiz, because it turns this book from a simply good book into a valuable reference tool. By determining up front what your particular personal weaknesses or areas of concentration should be regarding professional presence, you can skip through chapters and find exactly what you need. It's enabling you to 'write your own prescription' with regard to professional presence. I especially liked the chapter on virtual presence, since our world is becoming increasingly e-based. As an Image Consultant, I often consult on verbal and non-verbal communication issues with individual clients and companies, and it's surprising how much of the 'high tech' in our world decreases the 'high touch'. It's also surprising how many people inadvertently violate what should be common sense rules with regard to phone presence, email and more. The chapter on business etiquette gives great basic knowledge, not the 'flavor of the day' in important situations like business travel and office romances. All in all, this book has a good blend of basic knowledge, updated rules for use in our e-world, and savvy advice from two people who definately know what they are talking about. If you are working in a business of your own or in corporate America, this is a great reference book to add to your library. It will definately help you identify areas of concern and make interaction with a coach or consultant more productive, as you can show them the results of the initial quiz and use that as a starting point for discussion. I'll continue to use this book in my coaching practice and with both individual and corporate clients. Great tool!
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