The witty and practical bestseller and global phenomenon that helps you to understand and communicate better with those around you. THE NUMBER 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Have you ever tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? Does your colleague's abrasive manner get your back up?You are not alone. Communication expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson has dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain types of people.

In his simple but groundbreaking book, Erikson reveals the four types of human behaviour -Red, Yellow, Green and Blue - and how understanding them can transform every interaction in your personal and professional life. By learning how to read personality cues, adapt your communication style and handle conflict confidently, you’ll: Build stronger relationships at work and home. Improve teamwork and leadership skills Boost empathy and self-awareness. Finally understand why people behave the way they do Packed with humour, insight, and practical strategies, Surrounded by Idiots? will help you understand and influence 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!

Product Details

Format: Paperback | 304 pages
Language: English
ISBN: 9781785042188
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Publication date: 30 Jul 2019
Category: Popular psychology
Author: Thomas Erikson
Dimensions: 12.7 x 2.2 x 19.7 cm
Weight: 212 g