<p><b>Overcome your social pariah status and learn the skills that could seal your success at work, at home or in romantic situations</b></p>Tongue-tied at parties? Shy on dates? Dreading the next 'networking' event? Tackle your inner critic and find self-assurance with this empathetic and practical guide. With an opening chapter on how to simply feel more confident about your ability to charm and impress, <i>How You Can Talk to Anyone</i> is packed with psychological insight and advice and, more important, with strategies for being charming in any social situation.<br> From parties to work outings, it gives opening lines and practical advice on things like body language--and will even help you cope with the difficult times, when tackling conflict, or facing an argument. You will learn to love the prospect of a dinner party with even the most challenging guests, and never be lost for words again.</p>