Cheech, it is great you are taking the steps to improve your comunication skills as this is the single most effective skill for growth in our society today...
One book I would recomend is Instant Rapport I read this many years ago and it was of great help.
One of the most misunderstood aspects of good comunication is listening.... becoming a master of hearing and truly understanding will put you ahead of the pack.
Use questions to bring out both understanding on your part and clarity on the part of others. And always repeat back to the other what you understood them to be saying before you respond. Once you start becoming a master comunicator you will see how sloppy most people are... they speak without thinking and misrepresnt their views more times than not
the only other advise.... be blunt and to the point... this will set you apart and people appreciate it more than you know
good luck on your journey
much love
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