Restroom Reflections: How Communication Changes Everything

Restroom Reflections: How Communication Changes Everything
By Alison Jean Lester

These thought-provoking and entertaining essays on how to improve our communication – with ourselves, with our loved ones, with our colleagues and clients, and with strangers – offer tips on developing confidence, awareness, sensitivity, humor, effectiveness, and creativity. Communication coach and author Alison Jean Lester draws from her varied experiences as corporate coach, writer, stand-up and improvisational comedian, world traveler, mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend to bring you this series of pithy reflections on common communication hurdles, and tools for making them feel a lot smaller.

Restroom Refelections is a must-read for anyone who endeavors to be a better communicator. It's compulsive reading - full of insights and practical tips, all lovingly nestled in Alison's witty and candid stories about life. The lessons in this book apply equally well in the boardroom, dining room, or waiting room. - Andrea Howe, co-author, The Trusted Advisor Fieldbook

I first came across this collection of essays when I was running a large communications agency in Asia. I used the story of Alison's father-in-law, who was a leading salesman because of the way he communicated, as a mantra within the company. It's great to reconnect with Restroom Reflections now, several years later, and find the old reflections as fresh as ever and the new ones intriguing and inspiring. I'm delighted that we can enjoy them all in one expanded volume of thought-provocation. - Ian Thubron, Founder, Asia Strategies, Western Australia

In this book, Alison's humorous and heartwarming tales demonstrate the importance of overcoming obstacles, facing your fears, and discovering your inner strength. From encouraging workplace morale to challenging presenters to reclaim authenticity, they are a captivating exploration of the impact of life experiences on communication, resilience, and personal growth. - Scott MacMeekin, Entrepreneur