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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of The Power of Habit, a fascinating exploration of what makes conversations work—and how we can all learn to be supercommunicators at work and in life

“A winning combination of stories, studies, and guidance that might well transform the worst communicators you know into some of the best.”—Adam Grant, author of Think Again and Hidden Potential

ONE OF NPR’S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • FINALIST FOR THE SABEW BEST IN BUSINESS BOOK AWARD

Come inside a jury room as one juror leads a starkly divided room to consensus. Join a young CIA officer as he recruits a reluctant foreign agent. And sit with an accomplished surgeon as he tries, and fails, to convince yet another cancer patient to opt for the
less risky course of treatment. In Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg blends deep research and his trademark storytelling skills to show how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation.

Communication is a superpower and the best communicators understand that whenever we speak, we’re actually participating in one of three conversations: practical (
What’s this really about?), emotional (How do we feel?), and social (Who are we?). If you don’t know what kind of conversation you’re having, you’re unlikely to connect. 

Supercommunicators know the importance of recognizing—and then matching—each kind of conversation, and how to hear the complex emotions, subtle negotiations, and deeply held beliefs that color so much of what we say and how we listen. Our experiences, our values, our emotional lives—and how we see ourselves, and others—shape every discussion, from who will pick up the kids to how we want to be treated at work. In this book, you will learn why some people are able to make themselves heard, and to hear others, so clearly.

With his storytelling that takes us from the writers’ room of
The Big Bang Theory to the couches of leading marriage counselors, Duhigg shows readers how to recognize these three conversations—and teaches us the tips and skills we need to navigate them more successfully.

In the end, he delivers a simple but powerful lesson: With the right tools, we can connect with anyone.
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“This is not just a riveting read about how to understand others better. It’s also a revealing look at how to be understood. Charles Duhigg delivers a winning combination of stories, studies, and guidance that might well transform the worst communicators you know into some of the best.”—Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking

“Our personal and professional success depend upon our ability to understand and be understood, and yet we typically leave this up to intuition. In
Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg goes through a mountain of research—and some riveting stories—and unearths practical tactics to show that anyone can become a more effective listener, speaker, and even social media poster.”—David Epstein, bestselling author of Range and The Sports Gene

“This book stayed with me. I found myself thinking about how many questions I ask and how often I laugh in conversation. Given how much talking we all do, it’s amazing how little we understand. A much-needed guide to connecting in disconnected times.”
—Amanda Ripley, author of High Conflict

“Charles Duhigg does it again, with a book we all need to read. Using his unique mix of stories and science, he gives us
Supercommunicators, a guide to better conversation and deeper human connection. If you want to improve your communication skills at work and in life, this book is the place the start.”—Arthur C. Brooks, professor, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, and #1 New York Times bestselling author

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Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist and the author of The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better. A graduate of Harvard Business School and Yale College, he is a winner of the National Academies of Sciences, National Journalism, and George Polk awards. He writes for The New Yorker and other publications, was previously a senior editor at The New York Times, and occasionally hosts the podcast How To!

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House (February 20, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593243919
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593243916
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.33 x 1.06 x 9.29 inches
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My name is Charles Duhigg, and I'm a reporter for The New Yorker Magazine and the author of The Power of Habit, Smarter Faster Better, and Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection (coming out on February 20, 2024!)

While I worked at the New York Times, I won a Pulitzer Prize for a series about Apple named "The iEconomy". Before that, I wrote about the 2008 financial crisis, how companies take advantage of the elderly, and reported from Iraq. (For those and other articles, I won the National Journalism Award, the Investigative Reporters and Editors' Medal, the National Academies' reporting award and other recognitions.)

But let’s be honest, you aren’t visiting this page so I can brag about series and awards. (Unless you’re my mom. Hi mom!)

I’m also a native of New Mexico. I studied history at Yale and received an MBA from Harvard Business School. I now live in Santa Cruz, CA with my wife and two children and, before becoming a journalist, was a bike messenger in San Francisco for one terrifying day.

I would love to hear from you.

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Customers find the book insightful and accessible, with real-world examples and strategies. They describe it as a great read that is captivating from start to finish. The book masterfully delves into the nuances of effective communication and helps guide conversations about topics like religion, race, and politics. It illuminates the keys to fostering meaningful connections in today's fast-paced world.

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I own all of Charles‘s books, and this one stands out for me mostly because it’s in my field of expertise and my profession. What I love about this book is it’s full of insights, recent interesting studies, anecdotes, as well as practical wisdom. The framing of the three conversations, understanding the matching principles, and knowing what to look for all our useful actioanable and easy to implement. I think this would be a benefit to anyone whether you’re trying to have a better communication in relationships, or on your team, and having everyone share, the same language/frameworks is incredibly useful. Thank you Charles and I also recommend that you search him out in multiple podcast, I just listen to him on the Art of manliness, and it was a wonderful interview and you really get to hear his tone and engaging dialogue. It’s worth hearing. Also, fun fact I don’t know how I ended up with the large print edition, I must be getting old, but it’s actually been a blessing because I think I stare at the screen so long every day that having a large print has actually been very helpful for me. So I guess sign me up for large print from now on. Oh boy, what’s next cardigan, sweaters and bifocals? 😂
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2024
    This book, Supercommunicators, includes excellent foundational ideas for great communication sprinkled with stories that stick to help you remember each idea. So I strongly recommend Supercommunicators as a gift for anyone, but especially graduation, acceptance into grad school, first job, parents returning to work after taking a break, work gift exchange, and book club friends. Supercommunicators would be a great gift paired with Mindwise by Nick Eppler, Thinking Fadt and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, or this author’s other excellent books!
    I’m so glad I picked this up and actually read it- its concepts are well put together and doable with results the people in your life will Notice- right away. If you’re not a super communicator all the time- and who is, really, this book really can help you see how you can change the way you communicate so everyone gets more from your conversations everyday. For real.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2024
    Very informative, conversation guide. The take away being, most communicators are good listeners. By finding ways to connect to the conversation and person raising the quality of life for all. ~Jacques
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2024
    I've used Supercommunicators as a framework for character arcs and conversations ("doing Duhigg" dialogs) in my latest stories.

    One of my takeaways from Duhigg's book is that a healthy culture, a thriving society, nurtures complex personal identities. Some metaphors for such complexity are: layers, dimensions, degrees of freedom.

    In Chapter 6, "Our Social Identities Shape Our Worlds," Duhigg discusses how "Social identities help us relate to others, but they can also perpetuate stereotypes and prejudice" (and confuse morality with social conformity).

    Recognizing complex identities – all the multiple identities and roles in different parts of our lives – can free us from the stereotypes directed at ourselves and others.

    (quote) The desire for belonging is at the core of the Who Are We? conversation, which occurs whenever we talk about our connections within society.

    (quote) We can make the bad voices in our head less powerful by remembering all the other voices in there, too.

    "Who Are We?" conversations can elicit better personal resiliency and social communication – "making our commonalities more salient."

    But a narrow sense of identity can lock us into stereotypes and assumptions. With reduced autonomy and social disconnection (marginalized belongingness).

    So, flattening of our identities is a hazard, particularly in oppressive and desperate circumstances. We can forget (or be deprived of) the layers of social connection which define us. Something which can be exploited. Shallow identities can be purposed easily. Outside voices in our heads can be introjected, even dehumanize us. We can make bad choices (even as choices are taken away). This can frustrate social cohesion.

    Duhigg uses terms like shallow and deep for conversation and connection (belongingness). That sounds like a sense of layers to me (although I found no direct use of the term layers).

    In discussing stereotypes and generalizations in Chapters 6 & 7, he uses the term dimension, as in we don't like being viewed as one-dimensional.

    (quote) These generalizations take all of us – our unique perspectives and complicated identities – out of the conversation. They make us one-dimensional.

    (quote) We all contain multiple selves; none of us are one-dimensional. It helps to be reminded of that.

    So, that introduces the notion of dimensionality as a metaphor for complex identities.

    Dimensions typically are introduced in classroom geometry as x, y, and z axes, as in the common measurements of length, width, and height.

    Dimensions of identity might be visualized as axes for various roles and connections in our lives. For example, a horizontal axis for family, a vertical axis for work, and an axis pointing in & out for social groups. More axes can be used for additional identities and roles.

    It's interesting that in various sciences, particularly physics & chemistry, dimensions may be characterized as "degrees of freedom" (a term not used by Duhigg). In that sense, complex identities enable robust navigation of social connections, as in conversations about "Who Are We?" And, perhaps, in a tangible manner, embody a deeper sense of freedom and resilience to stereotyping and oppression which seek to flatten – reduce or regress – our identities.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
    Clearly Communicating is one of our biggest challenges today, especially given the political situation and the divisiveness in our society. The Author gives us so many ideas about how to improve our communication skills at so many levels. This is a text that will help many generations meet their unmet communication gaps.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
    I recently heard about "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection" on a podcast, and it intrigued me enough to make it the starting point of my reading journey. I couldn’t be happier with my choice!

    From the very first chapter, this book has been a revelation. The authors delve into the art of effective communication in a way that is both insightful and practical. They break down complex concepts into easily digestible parts, making it perfect for someone like me who is just getting back into reading.

    One of the standout features of "Supercommunicators" is its actionable advice. The book doesn’t just theorize about communication; it provides real-world examples and strategies that I can apply immediately in my daily life. Whether it’s at work, with family, or among friends, the tips and techniques have already started to make a noticeable difference in how I connect with others.

    The writing style is engaging and relatable, keeping me hooked from page to page. The authors' passion for the subject shines through, making it an enjoyable read rather than a dry instructional manual. They emphasize the importance of empathy, active listening, and authenticity, which are all crucial elements in building meaningful connections.

    What I love most about this book is its universal applicability. No matter your profession or personal background, "Supercommunicators" offers valuable insights that can help anyone become a better communicator. It’s empowering to realize that effective communication is a skill that can be learned and refined.

    Overall, "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection" has been a fantastic start to my reading journey. It’s a book that I know I’ll return to time and again for guidance and inspiration. If you’re looking to improve your communication skills and build stronger connections, this book is an absolute must-read!
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  • Hussain A.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful book on understanding communication
    Reviewed in Canada on January 1, 2025
    The contents of this book are based on three broad types of communication, or shall I say purposes of communication: what is this about, how we feel, and who are we. This book covers a variety of examples for each types of communication along with interesting stories and case studies. It's difficult to single out one such story. There were some familiar stories (like Netflix) and some new ones like the one about The Big Bang Theory show. I saw that show's first season in a very different light after reading that chapter.

    I strongly recommend reading this to anyone but especially to those whose work depends on communication, i.e., leaders and managers.
  • Mario Cárdenas
    5.0 out of 5 stars one of the best books I’ve ever read
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 21, 2024
    For around a year end a half my readings have mainly focused on communication and psychology. This book summed and helped me with my understanding of those books and is really fun to read
  • Enter Name
    5.0 out of 5 stars Don’t know how to speak with people?
    Reviewed in Germany on October 21, 2024
    Read this book and it also helped an high functional autistic person to understand how emotional people can be reached by 😂😘

    Thanks for sharing this with us.
  • John Barleycorn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Persuasively readable!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2024
    Very readable, with clear references. Persuasion/Negotiation/Mediation - if these form part of your work or life, this book should prove helpful. I usially find the narrative, informal way of writing case studies to be annoying and "American" (not sure how many of these books start with a story about post 911 counter-terrorism, feels like a lot) - but here the message is clear, and the footnotes are transparent about how the "story" element has been presented. Is there such a thing as a "Supercommunicator"? I dont know - though sone people are damn good at what they do - and this book provides a lot of insights.
  • A Samson
    1.0 out of 5 stars Een verzameling open deuren en aannames
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on March 20, 2024
    Ik voel me een beetje belazerd als ik dit boek lees. Dat je naar een ander moet luisteren als je goed wil communiceren (en dat moet laten merken door diens worden samen te vatten!), en dat iemand soms alleen wil klagen en niet per se op zoek is naar oplossingen, is ongeveer de mate van open deuren die de hele tijd opnieuw worden herhaald door Duhigg. Ook is hij (zoals veel Amerikanen) niet bang om superlatieven te gebruiken. Een experiment waarbij voor en tegenstanders van wapenbezit (in de VS) met elkaar in gesprek gingen, wordt “one of the most powerful” dingen genoemd die iemand ooit heeft meegemaakt. Maar na oeverloze uiteenzettingen (die kunnen worden samengevat als: gebruik ik-boodschappen, en eerst luisteren en dan samenvatten!) blijf je underwhelmed achter. Het goede gesprek dat ontstond omdat de deelnemers werd gevraagd om persoonlijke ervaringen te delen, was van korte duur want vervolgens ging iedereen “gewoon” weer online verder met elkaar nazi’s te noemen. Ook doet duhigg allerlei aannames (bijv. dat onze hersengolven alignen als we een goed gesprek voeren)(en dat in succesvolle huwelijken de partners niet elkaar proberen te beheersen maar zichzelf) en presenteert die als “bewezen door onderzoek”, maar als ik dit bespreek met vrienden die in deze velden werken, zeggen ze dat deze stellingen nog zeker niet voldoende bewezen zijn en vooral nog in het stadium van hypothesen zitten die worden onderzocht. Ook wordt zijn titel supercommunicators, niet waargemaakt. In het begin gaat hij kort in op het fenomeen dat sommige mensen supercommunicatieskills zouden hebben, maar dit verwatert direct en komt later niet meer terug. Al met al voelt dit boek als een verspilling van mijn tijd.