Anyone have recommendations (pro or con) regarding “The Hard Truth about Soft Skills” by Peggy Klaus? I stumbled across it while preparing for coaching a direct who has an unusual definition of “soft skills”.
Submitted by Nadya Boone on Tuesday August 5th, 2008 9:03 pm
I don't know this book but I have another of her books "Brag! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn without Blowing it." It was recommended to me and I've since bought it for my team. So I'd be inclined to buy the new one if it seems on topic. Like Manager Tools, she gave specific things you can do and ways to practice.
Submitted by Mike Tietel on Wednesday September 3rd, 2008 9:49 am
OK, I finished it. It was an easy read and I recommend it. Practical, specific advice split 50-50 between things to do and things not to do. Also contains many examples of things done properly and some that go horribly awry.
I learned a lot and will definitely recommend it to my direct.
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills by Peggy Klaus
I don't know this book but I have another of her books "Brag! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn without Blowing it." It was recommended to me and I've since bought it for my team. So I'd be inclined to buy the new one if it seems on topic. Like Manager Tools, she gave specific things you can do and ways to practice.
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills by Peggy Klaus
I've purchased both of Klaus' books. They're at the top of my reading stack and I'll report back when I'm done.
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills by Peggy Klaus
OK, I finished it. It was an easy read and I recommend it. Practical, specific advice split 50-50 between things to do and things not to do. Also contains many examples of things done properly and some that go horribly awry.
I learned a lot and will definitely recommend it to my direct.