
Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie, born Dale Breckenridge Carnagey on November 24, 1888, in Maryville, Missouri, was an influential American writer and lecturer renowned for his pioneering work in self-improvement and interpersonal skills. Raised in a poor farming family, Carnegie faced significant challenges during his childhood, which instilled in him a strong desire to succeed. He graduated from the State Teacher’s College in Warrensburg, Missouri, and initially worked as a traveling salesman before pursuing a career in public speaking.
In 1912, Carnegie began teaching public speaking courses at the YMCA in New York City, where he discovered his passion for helping others develop their communication skills. His innovative teaching methods quickly gained popularity, leading to the establishment of the Dale Carnegie Course, which emphasized practical techniques for overcoming public speaking anxiety and improving personal effectiveness. In 1936, he published his seminal book How to Win Friends and Influence People, which became an instant bestseller and has sold millions of copies worldwide. The book remains one of the most influential self-help books ever written, offering timeless advice on building relationships and influencing others.
Carnegie authored several other notable works, including How to Stop Worrying and Start Living (1948) and Lincoln the Unknown (1932). His teachings have had a lasting impact on corporate training programs and personal development initiatives globally. By the time of his death on November 1, 1955, in Forest Hills, New York, Carnegie had helped hundreds of thousands of individuals through his courses and writings. His legacy continues through the Dale Carnegie Training organization, which operates worldwide and upholds his principles of effective communication and personal growth.
- Self-Improvement, Interpersonal Skills
- November 24, 1888
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(0)By : Dale Carnegie
How to Develop Self-confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking
What if the key to unlocking your true potential isn’t hidden in talent or luck—but in the power of your own voice? In How to Develop Self-Confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking, Dale Carnegie reveals how mastering the art of words can transform crippling anxiety into unshakable confidence, turning everyday moments into opportunities to inspire and lead. But when every speech, every audience, and every silent moment pulses with the weight of judgment and possibility… will you rise to command the room—or let fear write your story for you?
- Originally Published: 1956
- Publisher: Ebury Publishing, 2004
- Genre: Self-help
- Pages: 256
- Book Type: Hardcopy
- ISBN: 978-0091906399
- Access: Members
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(0)By : Dale Carnegie
How to Win Friends and Influence People
What if every conversation you’ve ever had was secretly sabotaging your success? Dale Carnegie’s timeless guide cracks the code to human connection, where one misstep could condemn you to obscurity—or unlock a life of loyalty, power, and belonging. But when the mirror turns inward, and every smile, plea, and secret flaw is laid bare… will you master the art of influence, or remain forever at the mercy of those who do?
- Originally Published: October 1936
- Publisher: Vermilion
- Genre: Self-help
- Pages: 260
- Book Type: Hardcopy
- ISBN: 978-0091906351
- Access: Members
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(0)By : Dale Carnegie
The Art of Public Speaking
What if your voice could move mountains—but your fear keeps it buried? Dale Carnegie’s The Art of Public Speaking arms you with the tools to turn trembling into triumph, transforming anxiety into electrifying authority. But when the crowd’s eyes lock onto yours, will you rise as the hero of your own story… or let silence write your epitaph?
- Originally Published: 1915
- Publisher: Insight Press, 2019
- Genre: Self-Help
- Pages: 200
- Book Type: Hardcopy
- ISBN: 9789391244613
- Access: Members