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Nihal has produced a fascinating, informative and nuanced look at the very nature and need for conversation. As much as I love exploring diverse genres when it comes to books, certain literary pieces do not significantly impact me after finishing them. Nihal is nothing less than the most intelligent interviewer in British broadcasting, so I had high expectations for his book on conversations, and it doesn't disappoint. Relevant to everyone—those in high-powered leadership positions, those who want to have better conversations at home and everyone in between. So, in true Clara Cliff Notes style, here are four things you need to know about “Let’s Talk” by Nihal Arthanayake.

From tracing the evolution of dialogue to discovering what lights up in the brain when we’re enjoying a good discussion, Nihal speaks to conversational authorities including Lorraine Kelly, former president of Ireland Mary McAleese, Professor Tanya Byron, internationally bestselling author Johann Hari, Matthew Syed, and many more, to find out why good conversation has eroded over time and how we can fix it. Nihal’s writing is engaging as his interviews, bringing us a book that covers a range of topics including The Evolution of Communication, The Mechanics of Communication. Think about how this, and how you can make other people feel when you are interacting with them; however brief that connection may be. Now he wants to understand how he developed his skills, what it exactly means to have a 'great conversation' and, most importantly, how he can teach us to have better interactions in our everyday lives. In each episode you'll follow one person's journey, getting to listen in on their coaching sessions with Selina and following them as she sends them off on a task to try out a new career idea.

Naturally you don't agree with everything but you understand the logic and the argument is of course well made. And according to the residents of the Japanese island of Okinawa - the world's longest-living people - finding it is the key to a longer and more fulfilled life. It’s a very personal anecdotal take on conversation, the basic principles are ones that have been repeated in various places so nothing really enlightening.When you see a true master of verbal communication, remember that these are learned behaviours, not something innate which you are either born with or not.