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What Every BODY is Saying

An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide to Speed-Reading People
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What Every BODY is Saying by Joe Navarro and Marvin Karlins explores the power of nonverbal communication. Drawing from Navarro's experience as an FBI agent, the book provides insight into understanding body language and reveals how to decode hidden emotions and intentions. It's a practical guide for enhancing everyday interactions and improving personal and professional relationships.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in uncovering the secrets of body language to enhance personal and professional interactions. Authored by an ex-FBI agent, it offers compelling insights into reading nonverbal cues, making it ideal for those eager to understand and improve communication skills.

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Demonstrates how to modify your subconscious statements to your advantage. This book helps you read what other people are 'saying' nonverbally. These skills can increase your ability to assess moods, decode behaviors, anticipate problems, avoid hidden pitfalls, influence negotiations, and understand the secret motivations of those around you.

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He says that's his best offer. Is it? She says she agrees. Does she? The interview went great—or did it? He said he'd never do it again. But he did.

Read this book and send your nonverbal intelligence soaring. What Every BODY is Saying by Joe Navarro, a former FBI counterintelligence officer and a recognised expert on nonverbal behaviour, explains how to "speed-read" people: decode sentiments and behaviours, avoid hidden pitfalls, and look for deceptive behaviours.

You'll also learn how your body language can influence what your boss, family, friends, and strangers think of you. You will discover:

  • The ancient survival instincts that drive body language
  • Why the face is the least likely place to gauge a person's true feelings
  • What thumbs, feet, and eyelids reveal about moods and motives
  • The most powerful behaviours that reveal our confidence and true sentiments
  • Simple nonverbals that instantly establish trust
  • Simple nonverbals that instantly communicate authority

Filled with examples from Navarro's professional experience, this definitive book offers a powerful new way to navigate your world.

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What Every BODY is Saying by Joe Navarro and Marvin Karlins is highly praised for its insightful examination of nonverbal body language. Readers appreciate Navarro's expertise, developed through his extensive experience with the FBI, providing practical and authoritative guidance on interpreting body signals effectively.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780061438295

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: William Morrow Paperbacks

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 293g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Joe Navarro was a career FBI agent specializing in nonverbal communications and is now a lecturer and consultant for major companies worldwide. He has appeared on Hardball with Chris Matthews, the Today show, the CBS Early Show, CNN, Fox News, and other major media. He lives in Tampa, Florida.

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