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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Fadem, T. J. (Terry Jay), 1948-
The art of asking : ask better questions, get better answers / T.J Fadem.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN 0-13-714424-5 (pbk. : alk. paper) 1. Communication in management. 2. Management.
3. Executive ability. 4. Organizational behavior. I. Title.
HD30.3.F33 2008
658.4'5—dc22
2008007868