How to Cope When You Are Surrounded by Idiots
Author : Ben Goode
Publisher :
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 22,10 MB
Release : 1994-11
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781885027030
Surrounded by Idiots
Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 49,28 MB
Release : 2019-07-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1250179955
Book Description
Do you ever think you’re the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? Or does your colleague’s abrasive manner rub you the wrong way? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was ‘surrounded by idiots’, communication expert and bestselling author, Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain types of people. Surrounded by Idiots is an international phenomenon, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide. It offers a simple, yet ground-breaking method for assessing the personalities of people we communicate with – in and out of the office – based on four personality types (Red, Blue, Green and Yellow), and provides insights into how we can adjust the way we speak and share information. Erikson will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. He also shares simple tricks on body language, improving written communication, advice on when to back away or when to push on, and when to speak up or shut up. Packed with ‘aha!’ and ‘oh no!’ moments, Surrounded by Idiots will help you understand and communicate with those around you, even people you currently think are beyond all comprehension. And with a bit of luck you can also be confident that the idiot out there isn’t you!
Surrounded by Setbacks
Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 16,46 MB
Release : 2021-11-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1250789524
Book Description
Part of the bestselling Surrounded by Idiots series! In Surrounded by Setbacks, internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson turns his attention to a universal problem: what to do when things go wrong. Too often it seems like our dreams and ambitions—whether it’s finally getting that corner office, lacing up your running shoes again, or building a flourishing relationship with your partner—are derailed by one roadblock or another. So how do we learn to take setbacks in stride and still achieve our goals? In Surrounded by Setbacks, Erikson answers that question. Using simple, actionable steps, Erikson helps readers identify the “why” behind their goal, create a concrete plan towards achieving it, and—most importantly—avoid many of the most common pitfalls that derail us when we attempt something new. The simple 4-color behavior system that made Surrounded by Idiots revolutionary now helps readers reflect on how they respond to adversity, giving them the self-awareness to negotiate the inevitable obstacles of life with confidence.
Surrounded by Psychopaths
Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 22,84 MB
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1250763894
Book Description
Part of the bestselling Surrounded by Idiots series! #1 internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson shows readers how to identify and avoid the psychopaths around them. Charming, charismatic, and delightful or manipulative, self-serving, and cunning? Psychopaths are both and that’s exactly what makes them dangerous. Bestselling author of the international phenomenon Surrounded by Idiots, Thomas Erikson reveals how to identify the psychopaths in your life and combat their efforts to control and manipulate. Using the same simple four-color system of behavior classification that made Surrounded by Idiots so popular, Surrounded by Psychopaths teaches readers how to deal with psychopaths in their lives by becoming aware of their own behavior and their weaknesses. Vivid example stories illustrate ways that psychopaths can take advantage of various behavior types, helping readers identify their own weaknesses and be proactive about protecting themselves. Erikson outlines some of the most common forms of manipulation used by psychopaths—and others—to influence those around them. Since manipulation can often be a feature of ordinary, non-psychopathic relationships, the book also includes practical methods and techniques to help readers confront controlling people and rehabilitate negative relationships into mutually respectful ones. By understanding your behavior as well as the tendencies and strategies of psychopaths, Surrounded by Psychopaths will teach you to protect yourself from manipulative influence in your workplace, social life, and family.
How to Deal With Idiots
Author : Maxime Rovere
Publisher : Profile Books
Page : 123 pages
File Size : 21,84 MB
Release : 2021-08-12
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1782838082
Book Description
Idiocy is all around us, whether it's the uncle spouting conspiracy theories, the colleagues who repeat your point but louder, or the commuters who still don't know how to use an escalator. But what is the answer to this perpetual scourge? Here, philosopher Maxime Rovere turns his attention to the murkiest of intellectual corners. With warmth, wit and wisdom, he illuminates a new understanding of idiots, one which examines our relations to others and our own ego, offers tools and strategies to dismantle the most desperate of idiotic situations, and even reveals how to stop being the idiots ourselves (because we're always someone else's idiot). Expertly translated by David Bellos, this is an erudite, enjoyable and much-needed solution to a most familiar vexation.
Surrounded by Narcissists
Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 14,72 MB
Release : 2022-06-21
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1250789575
Book Description
Part of the bestselling Surrounded by Idiots series! Internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson shares the secrets of dealing with everyday narcissists. Are the narcissists in your life making you miserable? Are you worn out by their constant demands for attention, their absolute conviction they are right (even when they’re clearly not), their determination to do whatever they want (regardless of the impact), and their baffling need to control everyone and everything around them? In this thought-provoking, sanity-saving book, Thomas Erikson helps you understand what makes narcissists tick and, crucially, how to handle them without wearing yourself out in the process. With the help of the simple, four-color behavioral model made famous in Surrounded by Idiots, Erikson provides all the tools you need to manage not just the narcissists around you but everyday narcissistic behaviors as well–something that is becoming more widespread in the age of social media. Engaging and practical, Surrounded by Narcissists will help you free yourself from the thrall of others' toxic agendas so you can pursue a happier, more fulfilling and successful life.
The Power of Thoughtful Leadership
Author : Lisa Kohn
Publisher : Outskirts Press
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 47,80 MB
Release : 2011-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781432780241
Book Description
As leaders-leaders of organizations, business units, teams, and/or families -we are all being called upon to do more, with less, quicker. We are often in overwhelm, constantly running on a leadership treadmill to simply stay in place and keep pace with demands. Thoughtful Leadership is an answer to this frenzy. It is a chance to invest the time to think through how you're leading and what you're doing before you actually do it, in order to be more effective. A chance to sit still, be present, reflect, think beyond your own needs and wants, focus on the big picture and get out of the weeds, look in the hard places, quiet the voices in your head, follow your gut and intuition...and lead - equipped to show up as your best self and achieve the greatest results. We counsel our clients to pause and think - to be still - before they take an action, even if only for a few moments. This pause allows them the opportunity to become proactive rather than reactive, and to attain the outcomes they truly seek for themselves, their businesses, and their lives. With The Power of Thoughtful Leadership you can take this pause and this time for yourself, and move closer towards realizing your goals and dreams. The Power of Thoughtful Leadership offers 101 thoughtful minutes that will help you align your work and life with your vision for your future.
Surrounded by Bad Bosses and Lazy Employees
Author : Thomas Erikson
Publisher : Vermilion
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,72 MB
Release : 2021-08-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781785043406
Book Description
Fed up with a bad boss or lazy colleagues? Erikson shows how understanding your boss's behavioural tendencies as well as your own will lead to a more harmonious and productive workplace. He also sets out what characterises an exemplary leader type and how you can adapt your behaviour to model it
I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die
Author : Sarah J. Robinson
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 47,77 MB
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0593193539
Book Description
A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.
UN SURROUNDED by Idiots
Author : Anthony Schoellman
Publisher : Benjamin Bautista
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 20,19 MB
Release : 2024-05-30
Category : Self-Help
ISBN :
Book Description
Escape the chaos and reclaim your peace with "UNSURROUNDED by Idiots: The Art of Escaping Toxic Situations and People." This empowering guide offers you the tools and strategies needed to identify, manage, and ultimately free yourself from the negative influences that hold you back. In a world filled with challenging personalities and stressful situations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and trapped. But what if you could break free and create a life filled with positivity and purpose? "UNSURROUNDED by Idiots" provides a clear, actionable roadmap to help you navigate toxic environments and relationships, empowering you to live your best life. Inside this transformative book, you'll discover: Identifying Toxicity: Learn to recognize the signs of toxic people and situations, from manipulative colleagues to draining personal relationships. Effective Coping Strategies: Equip yourself with proven techniques to manage stress and maintain your composure when dealing with difficult individuals. Setting Boundaries: Master the art of setting healthy boundaries to protect your mental and emotional well-being. Building Resilience: Develop a resilient mindset that allows you to bounce back from negativity and stay focused on your goals. Creating Positive Environments: Learn how to cultivate and maintain positive, supportive relationships and environments that enhance your happiness and productivity. Practical Advice and Real-Life Examples: Be inspired by real-life stories and practical advice that show you how to implement these strategies in your own life. Whether you're dealing with a toxic boss, a negative family member, or a stressful social circle, "UNSURROUNDED by Idiots" gives you the insights and tools to take control of your surroundings and create a healthier, more fulfilling life. Take the first step towards a life free from negativity. Invest in your well-being and happiness with "UNSURROUNDED by Idiots." Empower yourself to escape toxic situations and people, and discover the art of living surrounded by positivity and success. Your journey to a happier, healthier, and more peaceful life starts here.
