How to Win Friends and Influence People

How to Win Friends and Influence People

Basic rules for how to make a good first impression
by Dale Carnegie
Communication Skills 18 min read ★★★★½ 4.5 (875)
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About This Book

How to Win Friends & Influence People (1936) provides a masterclass in managing and dealing with people. From making a good first impression to disagreeing effectively, it contains all you need to know about becoming skillful, pleasant, and assured in your personal and business dealings.

Who Should Read This?

  • Salespeople, managers, parents, teachers – anyone dealing with people
  • Business leaders trying to boost their charisma
  • Self-help enthusiasts interested in a genre-defining classic

About the Author

Dale Carnegie (1888–1955) was an American speaker, author, and communication and motivation consultant. In his own lifetime, Dale Carnegie’s professional training courses helped to advance the careers of almost half a million people, and his books have sold over 15 million copies.