If You Can't Say Something Nice, What Do You Say?: Practical Solutions for Working Together Better [Paperback]

Sarita Maybin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 22, 2006

We've all been told "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all." This easy-to-read book provides practical approaches and actual phrases for those times when you need to tactfully clue someone in, deflect the negative comment of a well-meaning friend, or let a co-worker know what he or she is doing drives you crazy - without destroying the relationship. "Sarita's advice helps you navigate the waters of office relationships.” -Ann Mah, Past National President, American Business Women's Association “Sarita Maybin’s skillful combination of positive examples and practical phrases will transform your communication experience” -Les Brown, Motivational Speaker & Best Selling Author, It’s Not Over Until You Win! "Stop wondering what to say and start improving your communication today. Read this book!” -Jim Cathcart, Author, Relationship Selling: How To Get and Keep Customers Past President, National Speakers Association

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About the Author

Sarita Maybin is a high energy speaker whose audiences have fun learning how to stay positive, constructively confront tough communication situations and work together better. Sarita's clients include Hewlett Packard, Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles County, Department of Navy and the Las Vegas Convention Center among others. Since 1993, Sarita has presented at conferences and companies in 48 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, England, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mexico and Iceland. Sarita is a former university dean of students with a Masters degree in Counseling, a Toastmasters Humorous Speech Contest winner and a past president of the National Speakers Association, San Diego chapter. She has been interviewed on Fox News and ABC News as well as the Tavis Smiley Radio Show about her book “If You Can’t Say Something Nice, What DO You Say?”

Product Details

• Paperback: 140 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (September 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1419630539
• ISBN-13: 978-1419630538
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #658,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Learn this material and Communicate for Great Results!, September 6, 2011

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Tom Marcoux (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: If You Can't Say Something Nice, What Do You Say?: Practical Solutions for Working Together Better (Paperback)

What are your dreams? Have you noticed that great communicators get what they want? Get this book. My response to this book is summarized in one word: "Wow!" On page 12, author Sarita Maybin discusses her insightful "A.I.R. Model" of Awareness, Impact and Request. Excellent information! On page 40, she shares "Sarita's Top 10 Positive Communication Phrases" -- I have posted these 10 items near my computer monitor. On page 90, she discusses "Phrases of Praise." This 140 page book is powerful. Let's notice the truth: the best communicators accomplish more and feel fulfillment. This book will help you accomplish your dreams and enjoy life, too.

Tom Marcoux
Author of Be Heard and Be Trusted: How You Can Use Secrets of the Greatest Communicators to Get What You Want
Tom's blog: BeHeardandBeTrusted dot com

5.0 out of 5 stars The Biggest Little Book I've Ever Read, July 27, 2010

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Melody Y. Ivory (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: If You Can't Say Something Nice, What Do You Say?: Practical Solutions for Working Together Better (Paperback)

Sarita Maybin packed the encyclopedia of interpersonal relationships into this concise, practical book. Her easy to digest how-to's can help you navigate any work or personal challenge. After a small investment in learning Sarita's new "language", you will be well on your way to greater communication finesse. Although the author focuses on empowering us to work better together, the book also serves as a primer on how to create what you want.

I've read and followed the Non-Violent Communication process for years and know that it works. I'm delighted that Sarita provides an even simpler way to elevate your communication, and I enjoyed the humorous way she helps you to do so.

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the money, September 24, 2009

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LBrown (So. Calif) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: If You Can't Say Something Nice, What Do You Say?: Practical Solutions for Working Together Better (Paperback)

This book is very simplistic and Expensive for what you get. I thought it would be a regular sized book for the price. Had it been $4.00 it would be worth it, otherwise there are better deals for the same info out there.