A quick tongue is a good weapon. As a member of a family, a school and eventually a company we have to meet and will meet many people and form various relationships in our lifetime. All relationships are maintained through communication. When we are born, we begin to express ourselves through gestures. As we grow, we learn and communicate through language. A good speaker makes a favorable impression and can easily maintain interpersonal relations as well. Recently, oral tests have become a barrier that we must get through to enter companies and universities. Some words can help you achieve your goals while others can hurt you during an oral interview. What we say is very important and powerful. Here are three books that can help us choose words to achieve our goals.

A word of tact
can change a life.
-Humor can bring success.
<Written by Lee Jung Hwan>            

                 
      Laughing can give composure,     allowing one to think positively, which in turn breeds success. The author of this book writes about the art of communication that he has used to find success and nurture personal relationships. The author now manages a first-tier company and wants to tell readers how important words are. In life, words can create both advantageous and disadvantageous circumstances. Some-times one word can change someone뭩 life. No matter how well you speak, however, if you don't know the magical power of laughter, your words will remain hollow. While communicating, we should speak confidently while smiling at listeners. Since we aren뭪 born with this ability, the book gives readers helpful tips on developing this ability. The book is divided into three sections. In Part One, the author explains the art of humor that can bring success. In Part Two, he explains how humor can be used to capture the hearts of your listeners. In Part Three, the author gives 14 pointers on creating a jovial atmosphere. Within each section, the author gives examples of humorous stories or conver-sations for the reader to study.

Psychology of persuasion
-The six immutable laws that capture hearts.
<Written by Robert B. Chialdini>

      People are easily persuaded. We usually regret subscribing to magazines. We usually regret buying exorbitantly expensive clothes. So, why do we continue to make these purchases? The book entitled, "Psychology of persuasion: The six immutable laws that capture hearts" was written out of curiosity to answer this question. To answer this question, the author examined the words used by persuasion professionals - salesmen, charity fund raisers, and advertising agents. Based on his three years of research, he was able to find six methods people can use to penetrate a person's mind. First, the law of mutuality; a customer that receives a sample is likely to buy the product. Second, the law of consistency; the customer wants to believe that they are making the best choice. If customers believe that a product is the best, they are likely to buy the product. Third, the law of social evidence; the product that sells the best will sell more and more. Fourth, the law of good feelings; if the product looks good or the person selling the product looks good, then the customer will be more likely to buy the product. Fifth, the law of authority; if the customer believes that the product will make them look better or be more respected, then they will buy the product. Sixth, the law of rarity; if there are only a few products left or a sale is about to end, customers are more likely to buy the product. The book uses practical examples we often en-counter in our day-to-day lives to explain the psychology behind persuading other people and being persuaded by others. After reading this book, you will know when and how someone is trying to persuade you and you will be  able to persuade the people around you.     

The art of communication
-Methods to express oneself posi-tively and non-offensively
<Written by Paulette Dale> 
 

     An exhilarating revolution has begun and it is changing my rigid life. Sometimes we say things and then regret saying them. Sometimes we are upset by the things other people say. Sometimes we want to say something but don뭪 know how to say it politely. Most women grew up being told, "Don't express your opinions or thoughts. Talking back to people is un-lady-like." So, women often worry about what they say; they think, " Am I being too aggressive?" or "Do other people think my words are unpleasant?" In order to help these people, this author has written a book entitled, "The art of communication: methods to express oneself positively and non-offensively." The author writes about a variety of methods; readers can choose a method that harmonizes with their own personality. After reading this book, people can feel more confident when they speak.   
    

      In conclusion, a world-class executive once said, "A leader who command respect are also outstanding performers." These days to be outstanding performers, people must speak brilliantly. In any field,  speaking well helps people become successful and achieve their pesonal goals. Learning to speak well is an important step in one's self-development. We were not born with this ability. However, if we constantly make an effort to improve, we will be respected for our speaking ability and will one day be recognized as true leaders.

By Jwa Bo-ram