Here's what people are saying about Dr. O'Grady's "TALK TO ME"!

I like your book, Talk to Me, so much because it provides a quick resource for ideas and strategies on how to effectively communicate. Now I can get myself out of a difficult situation with a friend, co-worker, or even my own 9 year old!

I simply search for the communication tool to help with my current obstacle, and I quickly find practical suggestions that energize my self confidence, enabling me to drive down the right side of the road on the communication highway.

Your communication "driving instructions" have a special ingredient...HUMOR! Readers come away with effective communication techniques as well as a smile. I use your techniques in my personal relationships as well as in my professional roles. Thanks for talking with me and for giving me the tools to help improve my life."

CJ

As a principal in a large comprehensive, high-achieving high school, I can attest that the art of positive, productive communication is the most significant skill that I must utilize on a daily basis. I am proud to say that I personally know Dr. O'Grady and have borrowed and benefited from his professional work, most notably his recent publication, Talk to Me.

Proudly displayed in my office, near Bill Gate's 11 Rules of Life, are Dr. O'Grady's twelve tenets of the "Positive Communicator," from Talk to Me. Each day, while igniting my computer for the day's work, a quick glance offers me a gentle reminder of my responsibility to be that "Positive Communicator." From tenet #1, "Knows and Practices Empathy,” to tenet #12, "Employs a 'Can We Talk' Attitude," I enlist the support of Dr. O'Grady frequently as I navigate the stream of educational leadership....Talk to Me is a can't miss resource for any professional community!

Dan Tarpey, Principal
Centerville City Schools

"I've been reading Talk To Me. I like the way you took a central idea about Empathizers and Instigators and used it as a jumping-off place to introduce so many other fine insights into communication and relationships. While the reader thinks they're just learning about these seeming opposites, they're actually also being introduced to  observations about relationships and communication in a much broader and deeper way. You have the gift for conversational, "fun" prose that pulls readers in and makes them feel like you're talking to them, not above or below. The coaching style comes through clearly and nothing is pathologized. That's impressive and important in reaching readers. And by the way, I love the apple/orange cover. Thanks for sending it to me."

 

Dr. Herb Goldberg
Author "What Men Still Don’t Know About Women, Relationships, and Love"

Using your TTM approach, I now can talk myself out of a bad mood. I used to try and fight myself out of a bad mood, but that didn't work. I felt mad about myself and depressed about my life. I've stopped sitting on the pity pot, and I feel good. I've even lost weight, and my blood pressure is down.

Frank

"I wish I could meet you, but I'm doing a message now. I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying your book Talk to Me!  I'm trying to be a better communicator with my husband. So thank you!"

 

Ruth

"I'm more in touch with my feelings, and able to let them out more.  I can tell when I'm feeling down or grouchy, or whatever.  I deal with it automatically.  I used to have a lot of physical health stress issues, which I haven't had for two years now.  Overall, I've felt much healthier as a result of my communications training in your system. 'The freedom to talk' says it all."

Dave
Computer Logistics

"People pile into my office because I've become a positive person.  If I'm stressed out, I don't respond to e-mails until the end of the day.  I also filter my daily goals by what's important to do, instead of what's a burning crisis.  These are specific ways I take charge of my stress level that I learned from the TTM system.  I still have some mountains to climb, but I'm on friendly terms with myself now. "

Lynn

"I used to think that talking a lot and being right most of the time meant that I was a good communicator. I was so wrong. Your book and your blog have saved me lots of money in therapy!! (Your resources) are a gold mine for those who are committed to becoming better people and communicators."

Vice-President of Human Resources

"For me it all boils down to empathy vs. insecurity when I read "Talk to Me."  I now can go to my wife, kids and friends and people at work and have conversations with them to make sure the lines of conversation are open.  I used to be a black-and-white guy, but now I "see" things more in shades of gray and even bright colors.  I used to think I was really accessible, but now people really DO talk to me."

Isacc

"Thank you for your insightful and encouraging words.  When I think of the people who have had the most positive influence on my life, you are among a small and highly valued group.  A group that I regard with deep respect and appreciation.  I thank you for the measurable and immeasurable positive ways you have helped me to grow.  I know I am a healthier, wiser and more peaceful human being because of working with you.  And the positive ripple effect this has had on those I come in contact, especially my family, means the world to me."

Christina

"I'm an emotional person who is an E-type communicator, but I no longer take things so personally.  I don't fall for the typical talk tricks and talk traps.  It's like seeing through a magician's tricks.  I used to defend myself and take the bait.  I'm on my second reading of "Talk to Me," and the results are powerful and useful in my immediate family and at work. I can't thank you enough!"

Susan

What an honest, open and loving look into many, many people's lives. I feel blessed that my sister loved me so much, she turned me on to this site. Thank you C., and thank you Dr. Dennis, for taking the time and the love to do this....for ALL of US. Muchas Gracias!

Anonymous

"I am no longer getting wrapped around the axle, after reading and studying your book "Talk to Me". My eyes have been opened. I'm not bringing my work home with me like I used to. I've cut down on snapping at my kids for no reason. When I stress out, I use your advice to "Keep your nose to the grinstone."

"I'm no longer the frustrated umpire or referee in my family. Before using the tools, I would get mad at myself for not doing what I knew I should be doing. Now I do what works to get things done. Things are working well. I'm really happy with my life. I no longer go to extremes, and pressure myself unnecessarily."

"I guess I just want to say that there's no reason to be depressed stuck spinning your wheels. Thanks for sharing "Talk to Me" with the world.

Nose to the grinstone

"I just took some sincere, quiet time and read your book and many articles on your website that you've written over the last 7-10 days. You are amazing and brilliant! You have the writing gift of being able to put into words a message, a story, a happening that makes people relate to it on a more profound and deeper level than the original story or happening. When I read (and re-read) the Hummingbird Effect, The Elephant in the Room and the Rule of Good Leadership - I thought you were directly, personally speaking to me. And I'm guessing that most people, in their personal or professional lives can relate to it... At least to one degree or another. That is a rare gift you have and you give it so freely. Thank you."

Denise Noel
Director of Human Resources
Dayton Freight
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"You have a creative knack for putting the "goodies" on the lower shelf where anyone, regardless of their stature, can reach them. That is great. I like your style."

B.J. Bertelson

"I started the book and love it. It is easy to read and actually fun too ... what a great tool! This book is not only for relationships but for use in the business setting!"

Harriet Argue, Co-owner of Madison's Bistro, and Truffles Cafe & Catering.
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"His book, "Taking the Fear Out Of Changing" continues to be a resource and an inspiration at our house. We have two severely dog-eared copies (one for me and one for my wife) handy at all times. The format of this book, from detailed Table of Contents, to it's "go to your topic" concept, make it easy to find the issue or topic you want or need to dive into and go right to it. Most books don't make sense if not read front to back."
"As much as anyone I know, Dr. O'Grady is non-judgmental. Although I have a long way to go, he has helped me a great deal in that arena. His cassette series on Anger was a serious source of comfort and calm during a period when I was driving 35-40,000 miles per year and flying about twice that. Dr. O'Grady has a way to delve to the heart of an issue and give real world examples of how to deal with it in positive ways."

Jerry L. Rex, CMTSE President - Machine Tool Systems, LLC (A Morris Group Company)
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"We use Dr. O'Grady's communication tools for our surgery staff at our center, and in our team meetings to keep staff spirits high and customer satisfaction peeked!"

Marilyn Carter, RN, CNOR, The Indiana Hand Center
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"Few books have taught me so much about myself -- and my family, my loved ones, my coworkers -- in such a short time as Talk To Me. With each new chapter and each new concept came light-bulb insights, door-opening ideas and new ways to think about living my life, for the rest of my life. In the ideal world, this would be required reading in every classroom everywhere!"

Sue MacDonald is a veteran writer who spent 22 years as a writer/columnist for the Cincinnati Enquirer. Sue is co-author of "Step Out Of Pain The Rossiter Way: Powerful Two-Person STRETCHING TECHNIQUES for Head-to-Toe Relief." As a newspaper writer and health reporter from 1977-2000, she won awards from numerous organizations, including The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the American College of Emergency Physicians, Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society and Cincinnati-area chapters of the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Arthritis Foundation, Mental Health Association and the Greater Cincinnati Coalition on Domestic Violence. Ms. McDonald now works as the marketing director of Buzzmetrics, a Cincinnati internet research company.