Verbal Judo: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Verbal Judo containing key details about the book.
What is Verbal Judo About?
"Verbal Judo" is a book that teaches effective communication and conflict resolution skills through the use of empathy and assertiveness.
Verbal Judo is the martial art of the mind and mouth that can show you how to be better prepared in every verbal encounter. Listen and speak more effectively, engage people through empathy (the most powerful word in the English language), avoid the most common conversational disasters, and use proven strategies that allow you to successfully communicate your point of view and take the upper hand in most disputes.
Summary Points & Takeaways from Verbal Judo
Some key summary points and takeaways from the book includes:
* The author argues that effective communication is essential for resolving conflicts and building relationships, and that using language to influence others can be a powerful tool for achieving one's goals.
* Thompson highlights the importance of empathy, active listening, and the use of positive language in communication and conflict resolution.
* The book provides practical techniques for using language to defuse conflicts, build rapport, and persuade others, including the use of open-ended questions, reflective listening, and the "martial art of the mind".
* Thompson also explores the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in effective communication and the impact of stress and emotional reactivity on communication.
* "Verbal Judo" covers the benefits of effective communication, including reduced conflict, improved relationships, and increased success in personal and professional life.
* The author also discusses the challenges and limitations of communication, including the impact of cultural and linguistic differences, the influence of power dynamics, and the need to maintain ethical standards in communication.
* The book concludes by emphasizing the transformative power of communication and the importance of mastering the art of persuasion and conflict resolution for personal and professional success.
Who is the author of Verbal Judo?
George J. Thompson is the President and Founder of the Verbal Judo Institute, a tactical training and management firm based in Auburn, NY. He has trained more than 700,000 police, corrections, and security professionals and his Verbal Judo course is required in numerous states.
Jerry Bruce Jenkins is an American writer. He is best known for the Left Behind series, written with Tim LaHaye. Jenkins has written more than 200 books, in multiple genres, such as biography, self-help, romance, mystery, and young adult fiction.
Book Details
- Print length: 222 pages
- Genre: Nonfiction, Self Help, Psychology
Verbal Judo Chapters
Chapter 1:What Is Wrong And How
Chapter 2:The Ingredients Of Leadership: Ethics,Values And Right Speech
Chapter 3:The Supervisor As Contact Professional
Chapter 4:Three Survival Truths For Quality Communication
Chapter 5:The "Hook Down" Theory Of Verbal Judo Supervision
Chapter 6:The Four Levels Of Expertise
Chapter 7:Your Communication Profile
Chapter 8:Motivation And Reassurance
Chapter 9:The Art Of Praise
Chapter 10:Discipline And Corrective Action
Chapter 11:The Art And Gift Of Persuasion
Chapter 12:How To Diagnose A Verbal Encounter
Chapter 13:The Four Criteria For Action
Chapter 14:The Tactics Of Support: L.E.A.P.S.
Chapter 15:Leadership And The Role Of Training
* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you're interested in furthering your personal development, I invite you to check out my list of favorite personal development books page. On this page, you'll find a curated list of books that have personally impacted my life, each with a summary and key lessons.
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
