In "Emotional Magnetism," Sandy Gerber offers a timely and practical guide for enhancing communication and connection in both personal and professional relationships. Drawing from her expertise as a communication expert, Gerber introduces readers to the concept of Emotional Magnets, four key motivators that influence our communication and behavior.

Through relatable anecdotes, insightful advice, and interactive exercises, Gerber helps readers identify and understand their own Emotional Magnets, as well as those of the people around them. By learning to communicate effectively and respond to the Emotional Magnets of others, readers can improve their ability to be heard, understood, and accepted in their interactions.

With a focus on fostering greater engagement and empathy, "Emotional Magnetism" empowers readers to break down communication barriers, build stronger connections, and create more fulfilling relationships. Whether navigating personal conflicts or professional challenges, this book offers practical tools and strategies for fostering understanding and mutual respect in all areas of life.

"Emotional Magnetism" by Sandy Gerber is a transformative and enlightening guide that offers readers a roadmap to harnessing the power of emotions to achieve success and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives. Gerber, with her expertise in emotional intelligence and branding, delivers a comprehensive yet accessible approach to understanding and leveraging the magnetic pull of emotions.

One of the most compelling aspects of "Emotional Magnetism" is Gerber's unique perspective on the role of emotions in shaping our experiences and relationships. Drawing upon her own experiences and insights from her work, she guides readers through a journey of self-discovery, helping them uncover the hidden forces that drive their thoughts, behaviors, and interactions with others. Her approach is compassionate and non-judgmental, encouraging readers to embrace their emotions as powerful tools for personal growth and connection.

Gerber's writing style is engaging and relatable, with practical advice and real-life examples that bring her concepts to life. She distills complex psychological concepts into simple, actionable steps, making it easy for readers to apply her teachings to their own lives. Whether she's discussing the importance of authenticity, the impact of empathy, or the art of persuasion, Gerber's insights are delivered with clarity and conviction, empowering readers to unlock their full potential.

Moreover, "Emotional Magnetism" is not just a guidebook—it's a blueprint for building meaningful relationships and creating lasting impact in the world. Gerber explores the intersection of emotions and branding, showing readers how to infuse their personal and professional endeavors with authenticity, empathy, and purpose. By aligning their actions with their values and emotions, readers can cultivate a magnetic presence that attracts opportunities, connections, and success.

The book is also notable for its practical exercises and tools that help readers put theory into practice. Gerber provides a variety of worksheets, reflection prompts, and action plans to guide readers on their journey of self-discovery and growth. These hands-on tools make "Emotional Magnetism" not just a book to read, but a resource to return to again and again as readers navigate the complexities of life and relationships.

In conclusion, "Emotional Magnetism" by Sandy Gerber is a must-read for anyone seeking to unlock their full potential and create a life filled with meaning, purpose, and connection. With its insightful teachings, engaging writing style, and practical exercises, it's a book that has the power to transform lives and empower readers to become the best version of themselves. Gerber's wisdom and guidance shine through on every page, making "Emotional Magnetism" a valuable resource for personal and professional growth.

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A well-researched piece on emotional motivators and a four point plan on communicating. This book is easy to understand and concise. Gerber kept me engaged and opened my awareness of the words individuals use in conversations.

"Emotional Magnetism" by Sandy Gerber is a compelling exploration of the powerful and often overlooked aspect of human connection - emotions. Gerber's work takes readers on an insightful journey, diving deep into the intricacies of emotional intelligence and its profound impact on personal and professional relationships.

From the very beginning, it is evident that Sandy Gerber has a genuine passion for the subject matter. The book is meticulously crafted, with a seamless blend of scientific research, personal anecdotes, and practical advice, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds.

One of the standout aspects of "Emotional Magnetism" is its engaging narrative style. Gerber effortlessly weaves in real-life experiences and relatable stories, enabling readers to connect emotionally with the material. These relatable stories help underscore the importance of understanding and mastering emotions for creating lasting connections with others.

The book emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional success. Gerber effectively demonstrates how individuals who harness emotional magnetism can become better leaders, collaborators, and communicators. Her insights are invaluable for anyone looking to build stronger connections with others and foster a more fulfilling and harmonious environment both at home and in the workplace.

A really interesting read that helps give context to and tips to navigate communication differences and intentional and (more importantly) non-intentional blocks.

Really loved the easy to digest format, practical tips and writing style.

Emotional Magnetism - Sandy Gerber

Let's face it, we KNOW we should read self-improvement books, we ALL have areas we need to work on improving. However, although I strive to

Therefore, if I was asked to recommend a resource with easy- to-follow advice that can greatly improve BOTH your personal and your professional life, this is easily the one I would recommend.

The author (Sandy Gerber) presents the information in this book in a way that makes it enjoyable to read and to implement. Although it will require a bit of practice to learn and effort on your part to learn and implement, Gerber's method has the power to greatly improve both your personal and your professional life with minimal effort.

I have worked professionally in the communication field primarily as a technical writer (online help developer and so on) for the past few decades, and I have worked in Information Technology / Information Systems for my entire career. Obviously, I can communicate professionally, however I have always had a struggle with successful verbal communication in my personal and my work life.

Note: Although I previously mentioned these books are not typically my favorites, I have read a wide range of the most popular of this type, particularly related to improving communication.

Thank you to NetGalley and Page Two for approving my request for the audiobook and the e-book.

Humans are so complex and everytime you think you have figured someone out,another layer of complexity arises and you are back to square one. Emotional Magnetism is a book that tries to unravel that layer, and teaches us about the four emotional magnets that can be used as a leverage for better communication. The book itself is divided into three parts.

Part one is understanding emotional magnetism. It talks about understanding what people need and then using communication to get the desired outcome. The acronym used for the four emotional magnets is SAVE. S-Safety, A- Achievement, V-Value, E-Experiences. To communicate better, we need to appeal to the person's emotional need and once that is figured out and communicated, there are high chances that almost all conflicts can be resolved.

Part two goes in detail on these emotional magnets. The author provides multiple examples from her personal, and professional life,along with stories by other people, to explain what each emotional magnet is, what the motivators are for people with that emotional magnet, the speed bumps , their behavior in different scenarios and what the entire picture looks like.

Lastly, part three includes a quiz that allows us to find our emotional magnet. It then goes into detail about identifying them, what we can do with that information, and ultimately improve our communication.

I found the book really insightful and the acronym used is so easy to remember. There were many Aha moments as I read about the emotional magnets, because I was simultaneouly thinking of people in my life that behave the same way and thinking of how they must be motivated by these magnets. I also got to know my own emotional magnet , which I was not at all surprised by.

I actually was approved for both the audio book and the e-book, and that made my experience so much better as I could highlight lines in the e-copy and listen to the book on the go. The narration was done by the author herself, and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it. Overall, a quick read and definitely worth reading. You might learn a lot about yourself or someone you love and have interesting conversations with them about these emotional magnets.

As a communications professional, this book helped me improve my writing, especially for larger groups when appealing to or motivating different types of people. Reading tip: I’d recommend starting with the quiz (page 109 or online sandygerber.com) to learn what your type is (Experience, Value, Safety, Achievement). If you leave this book lying around, don’t be surprised when everyone wants to pick it up and do the quiz themselves! With 13+ awards racked up for this book, you aren’t alone in reading this and applying the techniques.

Reading the example scenarios of how each type might respond to situations like buying a car, having a surprise house guest, or taking a road trip were helpful in guessing what the magnets for others in my life might be. And importantly, why they would react differently to situations than I would.

This is an approachable book to dive into, you get the author’s personality (and west coast Canadian flavour, eh?), plus more on improving your relationships to understand and make yourself better understood.

3 1/2 stars. This reminded me of "The Five Love Languages" but is also reminiscent of the philosophy behind Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. I like to read books like this once in a while because I work with adolescents and their parents who often have communication issues (and face-to-face communication is definitely a dying art). But I learned a few things about myself by reading this as well. The author's premise is that people mostly act according to their emotional needs, and we all have one emotional need (value, experience, safety, or achievement) in particular that drives us. By appealing to others' needs, we are able to smooth over lines of communication. This is a valid idea, and being mindful of others can hone empathy skills.

There is some padding, mostly at the beginning, that I ended up skipping over (yes, value is one of my emotional needs lol) and I felt that the "need categories" could easily bleed into each other. Determining what motivates others is really the key, which itself requires some communication skills. For example, a marathoner who's run a race in every state could seem very achievement oriented, but maybe he or she is also in it for the experience. Someone who is focused on saving money seems value oriented--but maybe they're focused on saving money for their kids' activities and don't want to spend unnecessary time at work because they'd rather spend quality time with family (safety orientation). The author does admit that people's needs can fluctuate over time and changing circumstances, and are influenced by upbringing.

Overall: This is a short, easy to read book, and it's something I could share with parents and adolescents, as well as family and friends.

I read an advanced reader copy of this book, and this is my voluntary review. Opinions are my own.

EMOTIONAL MAGNETISM by Sandy Gerber is a smart, actionable, practical and immediately relatable guide to navigating the relationships in your life, both the one you have with yourself as well as the ones you have with others. Well-placed anecdotes bring her insights to life -- and I was struck by how much a relatively fast read could have such a lasting impact on me -- for the better of all my relationships. I received a copy of this book and these opinions are my own, unbiased thoughts.

We all live in a very interpersonal world! To effectively work & function together, we must learn how to gel together. I particularly found this book interesting as I’m always striving for ways to improve my relationships with others. This book is especially helpful when you’re forming teams & to make sure you put the right people together.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book has strategies for helping you identify your emotional magnets and for relating to others with their magnets in mind. The idea is that the self-knowledge (of determining your magnets) will help to bring out better communication and connection within your relationships. Recommended for those interested in improving their communication skills. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

I thought this book did really well explaining all of the emotional motivators. I liked that there was a quiz and each one was talked about extensively. The thing I didn't really like was that I didn't see myself as just one emotional motivator. Different scenarios cause me to have different motivators I saw myself in each motivation.