Successful natural resource professionals communicate well. They inspire others, create cooperation between colleagues, advocate ideas, educate students, negotiate contracts, and conduct interviews. This book introduces and reinforces fundamental communications skills for anyone pursuing a career in natural resources. Loving Trees is Not Enough will improve your abilities to: . Present and speak publicly . Prepare for and participate in interviews . Negotiate starting salaries . Use electronic communications such as phones, cell phones, and email . Arrange and manage meetings Give feedback to employees and colleagues