Positive Communication for Leaders - by Julien C Mirivel & Alexander Lyon (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

This practical model of positive communication allows leaders to immediately inspire unity and influence change in organizations. Drawing on decades of research and experience consulting and training, Julien C. Mirivel and Alexander Lyon offer concrete practices and strategies to lead effectively, create community, and inspire positive change.

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Positive Communication for Leaders is an easy and enjoyable read based on a clear and well thought out communication model. It takes a storytelling approach to show why who you are and how you connect with others is the cornerstone of leadership effectiveness. A great tool to assess and improve your communication and leadership skills and impact change.

It is normal to engage in conventional conversations, yet some people become skilled in creating conversations of high, mutual, influence and impact. When we meet them, we never forget them. This inspiring and practical book will teach you how to become an unforgettable practitioner of positive communication. It is a must read.

Manifesting model leadership through communication skill, this book is an essential resource for everyone interested in properly relating to others.

Mirivel and Lyon have written one of the most significant books of the decade in the communication discipline. Easy to read and grasp, the book provides a practical road map for mastering the power of positive communication. Leaders and laypeople will find this book to be of immense value in how to live a life of deep meaning.

Radical global changes require new ways of connecting, and the practices in Positive Communications for Leaders have proven valuable withorganizational leaders and in our global development work where we support communities in their own transformation.

This is a fantastic book relevant to a time in organizations when high trust relationships are more important than ever. It will push you to reflect and grow with practical tips to create real change!

We wholeheartedly endorse Lyon and Mirivel's groundbreaking book- Positive Communication for Leaders- (Mirivel & Lyon, 2023) as a road map to positive leader communication. Their unique compass offers three rich benefits: scientific grounding, relevance to contemporary work settings, and an action/outcome orientation for both organizations and their people. Put simply, these authors have written a book based on evidence, helps the reader achieve meaningful improvements, and gives hands-on guidance to reach these destinations.

About the Author

Julien C. Mirivel is an award-winning teacher, author, and professional speaker. He is professor of applied communication at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Originally from Paris, France, he is among the founding scholars in the emerging field of positive communication and an award-winning teacher and scholar. In 2013, he was named a Distinguished Teaching Fellow at UA Little Rock, where he served in a number of leadership roles, including co-director for the Academy for Teaching and Learning Excellence, chair, associate dean, and dean of the College of Social Sciences and Communication. Julien has published in the most rigorous journals in the field of communication and is the author of two books on positive communication: The Art of Positive Communication and How Communication Scholars Think and Act. Mirivel has delivered hundreds of keynotes, trainings, and workshops on how to communicate effectively. He is a TEDx speaker and founder of the Positive Communication Network whose mission is to foster a community dedicated to creating better social worlds for all through positive communication research, education, and practice.

Alexander Lyon is professor of communication at the State University of New York, Brockport, and a professional speaker and consultant. His teaching focuses mainly on communication in the workplace and leadership. His first book, Courageous Organizational Communication Case Studies looks at both inspirational workplaces and cautionary tales. He has published original research in peer-reviewed journals such as Communication Monographs, Management Communication Quarterly, the Journal of Applied Communication Research, Communication Studies, and others. For the last two decades, he has consulted or spoken for the likes of Nike, Google, Visa, and Center for Homeland Defense and Security. He hosts the 400,000+ subscriber YouTube channel, Communication Coach Alex Lyon and is the founder of Communication Coach Academy.