What Your Colleagues Are Saying...

I thought I knew how to have a conversation; Ive had millions of them. Some were good, others not so much so. But I want to have GREAT conversations, and Jim Knight has taught me how. The proof is in: better conversations are possible, and the results are worth the investment.

DOUGLAS FISHER, Coauthor of Rigorous Reading and Unstoppable Learning

Better Conversations stimulates the mind, spirit, and soul of those who coach, regardless of their role or position, by unpacking and reshaping the mental models that drive how they think, speak, and act... I found myself frequently thinking about how helpful this book will be to nearly every human who interacts with others, whether in school or beyond.

JOELLEN KILLION, Senior Advisor, Learning Forward

I read more education books than I care to admit. Some are good, some are bad, and very few are great. Jim Knights book Better Conversations is BRILLIANT! Insightful, innovative, and practical are the three words that kept coming to me when I was reading and learning from his book. Jim treats the subject of communication as an art and gives all of us, regardless of position or years of experience, practical ways to use our voice to improve the teaching and learning environment, as well as ourselves!

RUSSELL J. QUAGLIA, President/Founder Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations

Better Conversations is just what the title says. Jim Knight moves learning conversations ahead for educators to deepen trust, meaning, and actions. He summarizes current thinking from multiple authors that will make learning for adults and students better. Activities at the end of each chapter can be used for self-reflection, team learning, and schoolwide focus on learning. The vignettes are real issues in schools, which makes this book very important for our profession.

WILLIAM SOMMERS, Retired Principal and Leadership CoachAustin, Texas

Coaching Ourselves and Each Other to Be More Credible, Caring, and Connected

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