Communicating for Results: A Guide for Business and the Professions - Softcover

Cheryl M. Hamilton

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0534121748 ISBN 13: 9780534121747

Publisher: Wdswrth Pblshng Cmpny, 1990

Synopsis

This best-selling text will show you the basic concepts and techniques you need to successfully communicate in today's business world, regardless of your current level of business experience. Covering every aspect of the communication process, COMMUNICATING FOR RESULTS: A GUIDE FOR BUSINESS AND THE PROFESSIONS, 9e, will give you a competitive edge in any business situation-from the initial interview to making skilled presentations (complete with professional visual aids) to assuming a leadership role. In addition, you'll find online video clips of common professional scenarios paired with the concepts from the text give you a realistic glimpse into the business world. COMMUNICATING FOR RESULTS: A GUIDE FOR BUSINESS AND THE PROFESSIONS, 9e is your opportunity to see how theory translates into practical action--and how that knowledge will help you improve your chance of career success!

About this title

About the Author:

Cheryl Hamilton, an author well known for her writing style and award-winning teaching, understands the importance of communication as a lifelong skill. Also the author of COMMUNICATING FOR RESULTS, she has conducted a number of research studies, including one published in the COMMUNITY COLLEGE JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND PRACTICE. Dr. Hamilton has presented more than 32 papers at professional conventions, including those sponsored by the National Communication Association, Southwest Educational Research Association, Western Communication Association, and Texas Speech Communication Association. She has conducted seminars for groups such as the National Property Management Association, Bell Helicopter Textron, U.S. Postal Department, North Central Regional Police Academy, and LTV Aerospace. A native of Illinois, she received her bachelor's degree from Eastern Illinois University; her master's degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana; and her doctoral degree from the University of North Texas in Denton.

Review:

"[Communicating for Results'] approach gives students material to work with in the beginning that begins interpersonally and progresses to public communication. It helps prepare students for the real world workplace."

"The book also includes a good foundation for the study of communication in organizations, a necessary area of study for an overall understanding of the business climate."

"I like the textbook. I find it quite readable and interesting. The information is accurate and addresses current communication issues. Communication is not an option; everyone must communicate at all levels. This textbook gives students tools that will be helpful in becoming better communicators."

About this edition

• Publisher: Wdswrth Pblshng Cmpny
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0534121748
• ISBN 13: 9780534121747
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 478