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freddseb8's review against another edition
4.0
A must-read for a leadership journey. It gives you tips for handling arguments in a formal way, this may be helpful in work environments.
nolannev's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.25
lauraborkpower's review against another edition
3.0
Although this is a terrifically old fashioned book (Teddy Roosevelt and Charles Schwab are Carnegie's go-to examples of people embodying his philosophy), it's still a valuable read. Carnegie is promoting a lifestyle of thoughtfulness and good listening, and there's nothing wrong with that.
I got useful ideas for working with my colleagues in higher ed., and I got happy reinforcement for the enthusiasm I try to exhibit when teaching college freshmen who care very little about English comp. I'd love to know what Carnegie would say about the technology generation of over-sharers and selfie-takers, and I'd love to see someone write a similar book with contemporary examples and context that keep the spirit of Carnegie's philosophy.
The audiobook is corny but fun to listen to, though I've ordered a hard copy so I can re-read some of the passages about Abraham Lincoln and have easier access to quotes from history's political leaders.
I got useful ideas for working with my colleagues in higher ed., and I got happy reinforcement for the enthusiasm I try to exhibit when teaching college freshmen who care very little about English comp. I'd love to know what Carnegie would say about the technology generation of over-sharers and selfie-takers, and I'd love to see someone write a similar book with contemporary examples and context that keep the spirit of Carnegie's philosophy.
The audiobook is corny but fun to listen to, though I've ordered a hard copy so I can re-read some of the passages about Abraham Lincoln and have easier access to quotes from history's political leaders.
elisezammit's review against another edition
4.0
A genuine page-turner. Carnegie, ever so ably, uses real-life situations to explain the principles to help you in your lifelong journey to win friends as well as get things your way through influencing people.