{"product_id":"social-chemistry-9781473689541","title":"Social Chemistry","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA revelatory exploration of how people's social networks evolve, arguing that everyone needs a science-based strategy to build meaningful and productive relationships\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt'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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- David Epstein, \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eRange\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Sports Gene\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is one of the most interesting and useful books ever written on networking.\u003c\/b\u003e As a leading sociologist at Yale, Marissa King specializes in evidence-based insights on enriching our professional and personal connections. You'll quickly recognize your own style-and some opportunities for growth and development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Adam Grant, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eOriginals \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarissa King skillfully brings to light how understanding the science of organizational behavior 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, \u003ci\u003eSocial Chemistry\u003c\/i\u003e helps you to create new relationships and strengthen your existing ones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Eve Rodsky, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller of \u003ci\u003eFair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn an age of both hyper-connectedness and extreme loneliness, Marissa King definitively cracks the code on human connection: what brings us together, what keeps us together, and how we make each other come alive. \u003cb\u003e- Emma Seppälä, Ph.D, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Happiness Track\u003c\/i\u003e, Science Director, Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education, Stanford University\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKing gives readers the big picture, showing what social networks are and demonstrating their importance in one's career and personal life. A personable approach to one of the hot topics of our times. \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e- Kirkus \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing recognizable celebrities and anecdotes from interviewed individuals as examples, King blends large-scale research with personal stories to illustrate her findings. \u003ci\u003eSocial Chemistry\u003c\/i\u003e is a fascinating study for anyone curious about human interaction. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt turns out, most of us are social nincompoops. We're friends with whoever happens to be seated next to us at work or school. We go to happy hours to meet new people but end up talking to the three people we already know. We ghost our friends rather than face difficult conversations. And these seemingly small choices, taken together, have a huge impact on our life outcomes... \u003cb\u003eKing calls on us to be intentional not just with our individual relationships, but with our networks\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cb\u003e-- \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is full of wisdom and entertaining anecdotes. \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Economist \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Hodder \u0026 Stoughton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48885778252119,"sku":"9781473689541","price":10.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781473689541.jpg?v=1722537666","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/social-chemistry-9781473689541","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}