Social Chemistry

Decoding the Patterns of Human Connection

De: Marissa King

Narrado por: Brittany Pressley

Duración: 8 h y 13 m

Resumen del Editor

Social Chemistry will utterly transform the way you think about 'networking'. Understanding the contours of your social network can dramatically enhance personal relationships, work life and even your global impact. Are you an expansionist, a broker or a convener? The answer matters more than you think....

Conventional wisdom would have us believe that it is the size of your network that matters: how many people do you know? We're told to mix, mingle and connect.

But social science research suggests otherwise.

The quality and structure of our relationships have far greater impact on our personal and professional lives. Our relationships with friends, family, co-workers, neighbours and collaborators are by far our greatest asset. Yet, most people leave them to chance.

In this ground-breaking study, Marissa King, professor of organisational behaviour at Yale, argues that there are strategic ways in which we can alter our relationships for a happier and more fulfilling life. With new understanding, this audiobook can help listeners to see how they can harness the power of their networks in their personal relationships, at work and to create a better world.

©2020 Marissa King (P)2020 Hodder & Stoughton Ltd

Reseñas de la Crítica

"It's frequently said that we're living in a 'connected world.' But it turns out that the details of those connections matter, a lot. Social Chemistry is a fascinating look at the particulars of impactful networks. Whether you take naturally to networking or think yourself allergic to it, there is practical information here that can help you form more productive relationships, and make better use of those you already have." (David Epstein, Sunday Times best-selling author of Range and The Sports Gene)

"This is one of the most interesting and useful books ever written on networking. As a leading sociologist at Yale, Marissa King specialises in evidence-based insights on enriching our professional and personal connections. You'll quickly recognise your own style-and some opportunities for growth and development." (Adam Grant, New York Times best-selling author of Originals)

"Marissa King skilfully brings to light how understanding the science of organizational behaviour and networks yields benefits far beyond the workplace. Decoding social patterns can transform every corner of your life. By providing readers with prescriptive pathways towards greater connectivity and intention, Social Chemistry helps you to create new relationships and strengthen your existing ones." (Eve Rodsky, New York Times Best seller of Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live))