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The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn't
Robert I. Sutton
Business Plus, 2007
A great book ... why you do not want jerks on your team
It is inevitable that we all have to deal with jerks at the workplace or on your team. Sutton does an excellent job of pointing out the consequences of having these individuals in your organization. He also gives you the tools to handle these jerks.
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The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible ...
Ross W. Greene
Harper Paperbacks, 2005
Great Book, Big Help!
I loved this book. I have to say I was skeptical at first, as I felt the author was talking down to the reader, however, I was being over sensitive. As the mother of an adhd child, often a person gets over sensitive to percieved criticism when none is really there. ...
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10 Days to a Less Defiant The Breakthrough Program for Overcoming Your Child's Difficult Behavior
Jeffrey Bernstein
Da Capo Press, 2006
Wonderful...this book brought me to tears
My 8 year old son is a defiant child. I've known it since he was born. I was always envious when I saw other parents with their children that seemed calm and happy. We lived our lives in constant stress, always ready for the next "scene" when my son would say ...
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When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times
Pema Chodron
Shambhala, 2005
Pema Chodron Shines
This book is written for those who don't necessarily indentify as Buddhists, and/or don't practice Buddhist doctrines. That being said, this is a book that has helped many fledling Buddhists come to understand how the mind works, how one can tame the ego, and make ...
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Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To: Divine Answers to Life's Most Difficult Problems
Anthony Destefano
Doubleday, 2007
AWESOME!!!
I suggest this book to everyone who wants to know yourself and God's plan for you!
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Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss what Matters Most
Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, ...
Penguin (Non-Classics), 2000
Full of how to's
Definitely on my recommended book list. A must read for women in business.
Susan Bock
The Success Coach for Women in Business
www.SusanBockSolutions.com
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Transforming the Difficult Child
Howard Glasser MA, Jennifer Easley MA
Nurtured Heart Publications, 1999
Therapist on your nightstand!
I thought I knew a lot about 'parenting' until I became one! I have one easy-going child that makes parenting seems like a breeze and one who is so wired and always pushing limits so far that I didn't like the person I was becoming. I was VERY frustrated and came ...
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Solution Selling: Creating Buyers in Difficult Selling Markets
Michael T. Bosworth
McGraw-Hill, 1994
Great tool to educate and increase your pocket book.
Excellent book. Have read two other sales books and this is my favorite. Gives information beyond the basics and doesnt rely on just saying motivational statments, gives real world advice. If you read and implement the ideas you are guarenteed to be more productive. ...
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Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow
Elizabeth Lesser
Villard, 2005
Everyone should read this wonderful book
How I am enjoying this book! Elizabeth Lesser can communicate, so thoroughly, to the heart and soul of our humanity. I can only hope she will grace us with more of her written word. Thank you, Elizabeth. P.S. I love the Wavy Gravy quote!
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The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times
Pema Chodron
Shambhala, 2007
Calming, inspiring reminder...
I love listening to this tape. I put it on and start it over again when it is done. I find it totally inspiring to listen to the writing of this wise Buddhist monk.
My only criticism is that the woman who reads the book (beautiful voice, by the way). She pronounces ...
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Coping with Difficult People: The Proven-Effective Battle Plan That Has Helped Millions Deal with the ...
Robert M. Bramson
Dell, 1988
Never an easy task
For the first time I am reviewing a book that I did not completely read. In fact, I read only the first two chapters. But at the time--several years ago, those were the only chapters I needed. Robert M. Bramson, management consultant, found that the number one problem ...
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Transforming the Difficult Child Workbook: An Interactive Guide to The Nurtured Heart Approach
Lisa Bravo, Joann Bowdidge, ...
Brigham Distributing, 2008
Loved this book
A no-nonsense approach that is all about positive parenting. Who wouldn't rather use a "carrot" than a "stick"? Gave me lots to think about. Will be especially helpful with my one daughter who is difficult and feels every criticism go right to her heart.
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God's Answers to Life's Difficult Questions (Living with Purpose)
Rick Warren
Zondervan, 2006
Great Book!
If you are struggling with stress, failure, depression, an overwhelming crisis, this is a great book. The great thing about this book is that it gives real steps that you can do right now to help your situation and the way you think. It is written from a Christian ...
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Asperger Syndrome And Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions For Tantrums, Rage And Meltdowns
Brenda Smith Myles; Jack Southwick
Autism Asperger Publishing Company, 2005
A must read for parents and teachers
As a parent with two boys with AS and two girls with anxiety this is one of the most insightful and supportive books about managing rage and meltdowns I have ever read. Had it been available years ago I doubt things would have gone so badly with my children in school. ...
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Perfect Phrases for Dealing with Difficult People: Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases for Handling Conflict, ...
Susan Benjamin
McGraw-Hill, 2007
Great product and service
This is an excellent book for the management or human resources professional who has to deal with problematic personalities on a regular basis. It is highly recommended!!
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