It’s Better to Bite Your Tongue Than Eat Your Words

Ever come away from a conversation wishing you'd said something differently, something else, or just something? We've all had conversations that took an unproductive turn or avoided conversations that really needed to happen. If you want to become a better communicator, Dr. Mike Bechtle has good news: the art of confident conversation is something you can develop through simple, repeatable habits. In this book, he shows you how to- embrace your temperament- overcome feelings of intimidation- choose the right words at the right time- speak up for others and yourself- and much moreSay goodbye to fear, regret, and "I should (or shouldn't) have said that." Say hello to intentional, appropriate, timely conversations that get your point across even as they build relationships. This book provides mastery of the skills of confident communication in any situation.From the Back CoverMaster the skills of confident communicationEver come away from a conversation wishing you'd said something differently, said something else, or just said something? We've all had conversations that took an unproductive turn or avoided conversations that really needed to happen. If you want to become a better communicator, Dr. Mike Bechtle has good news: the art of confident conversation is something you can develop through simple, repeatable habits. In this book, he shows you how to· embrace your natural temperament· overcome feelings of intimidation· choose the right words at the right time· speak up for others and yourself· and much moreSay goodbye to conversational regret and say hello to clear, confident communication.About the AuthorDr. Mike Bechtle (EdD, Arizona State University) is the author of eight books, including People Can't Drive You Crazy If You Don't Give Them the Keys, Dealing with the Elephant in the Room, and It's Better to Bite Your Tongue Than Eat Your Words. His articles have appeared in publications such as Writer's Digest, Focus on the Family, and Entrepreneur. A frequent speaker, Bechtle lives in California. Learn more at www.mikebechtle.com.