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How to Win Friends and Influence People

Written by Dale Carnegie, this influential book provides practical strategies for building rapport, influencing others, and achieving personal and professional success. more

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Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie

Dale Carnegie, born on November 24, 1888, and died on November 1, 1955, was an American writer, speaker, and master of interpersonal relations, known as the 'Father of Modern Adult Education'. His works, such as 'How to Win Friends and Influence People', have had a profound impact on the personal growth and career development of countless people around the world. more

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