Assertiveness At Work

This book offers practical tools and techniques that you can put into use immediately. More

…life the uncomfortable situations that can arise with flatter structures, tough workloads, demanding hours, and the need to exert influence across traditional boundaries. This book gives practical guidance for developing your own natural assertiveness to benefit both yourself and your organisation. More

This step-by-step guide uses cognitive-behavioural techniques to help the reader suffering from assertiveness problems to set realistic personal boundaries and transform interpersonal styles. real-life examples, checklists and exercises are supplemented with support and encouragement. More

Part of "The Pocket Lawyer" series, this work takes you through a typical employment contract, and explains what your rights are. It then shows you how to assert yourself if you are being treated unfairly, and provides the legal references you need to convince an employment tribunal that you are in… More

Factual errors, ham-fisted analysis, and contradictory assertions - compounded by a penchant for mixed metaphors and name-dropping - distinguish the work of Pulitzer Prize - winning New York Times columnist and author Thomas Friedman. More

The answer to better productivity isn't more hours-it's less waste and fewer things that induce distraction and persistent stress.It's time to stop celebrating Crazy, and start celebrating Calm, Fried and Hansson assert. More

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Identify your strengths so you can maximise your contribution and make a big impact at work. Using simple, practical steps and strategies, each of which has been developed, tested and proven to boost your personal performance. More

When it comes to the pursuit of success and happiness, most people assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and once you become successful, then you'll be happy. The Happiness Advantage will appeal to anyone who wants practical advice on how to become happier and also… More

Alan Fine shares his unique method of coaching which he has used effectively with businesses and sports personalities. It recognises that top performance comes from removing the obstacles that block us from doing what we already know how to do. More

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A fascinating guide to a career as a life coach written by award-winning journalist Tom Chiarella and based on the real-life experiences of an expert in the field-essential reading for someone considering a path to this rewarding profession. More

…only jobs worth doing involve sitting at a desk. Drawing on the work of our greatest thinkers, from Aristotle to Heidegger, from Karl Marx to Iris Murdoch, as well as on his own experiences as an electrician and motorcycle mechanic, the author intends to change the way you think about work forever. More

Mike Phipps and Colin Gautrey's first book, 21 Dirty Tricks at Work, presented the most common political tactics used by individuals in the workplace. This book helped many people around the world handle these tactics in a constructive and assertive manner. More

Are you over 50 and facing a crossroads in life? More

Pressure, stress and annoying problems are all part of life, especially at work. More

Creativity Evangelist Denise Jacobs helps readers conquer mental blocks and self-defeating behaviors to take back their creative power and perform at the highest level. More

For people who want to improve the way they feel about their work. A look at the things which prevent us from happiness in our jobs. A source of support, advice, inspiration More

They have answers.' New York TimesAt last, a book that shows you how to build - design - a life you can thrive in, at any age or stage A well-designed life means a life well-lived. More

Confidence is a key asset in life - from presentations at work to first dates, there are so many situations where a little confidence goes a long way. With tips on job interveiws, body language and making a great first impression, I Want to Be Confident contains straightforward, well-researched… More

'Working with Mindfulness is an engaging and practical guide to reducing stress, transcending setbacks and enhancing performance at work. With more than 50 mindfulness exercises, it's a perfect introduction to a more fulfilling way of working.'Arianna Huffington, Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington… More

Carol Donley and Martin Kohn believe that ""physicians stand at a unique vantage point as observers of the human condition"". In this text, contributors attempt to prove this assertion through their prose on a diverse range of topics. More

Teach Yourself Assertiveness will use tips and strategies, explanations and illustrative stories to help anyone, whether at home or in work, to practise being composed, unambiguous and in control. More

…mother and several other family members and friends, seated at their kitchen tables, to share the grassroots world view of these working-class Mexican and Mexican American women. This work demonstrates that, in the kitchen, women assert their sazon (seasoning), not only in their cooking but also in… More

…of black men died violently at the hands of mobs in the post - Civil War South. This work argues that in places Brazos County, Texas, five such deaths in particular point to an emerging social phenomenon of the time: the desire of newly arrived European immigrants to assert their place in society. More

This book explores what is at stake in the confessional culture. Thomas Docherty examines confessional writings from Augustine to Derrida, arguing that through all this work runs a philosophical substratum - the conditions under which it is possible to assert a confessional mode - that needs… More

This work looks at how digital resources in libraries, such as OPACs and the Internet, meet the needs of their users. The author asserts that the complex mix of technologies projects no clear path to the future and that people use technology in unexpected ways. More

…and crisis moments at work. Contains tips, advice and techniques which anyone can implement in their daily work lives. Written by experienced therapists. Stylishly presented and easy to understand and apply. Everyone encounters difficult issues of some kind that affects their work performance. More

…you build your confidence, discover the powers of body language and persuasion and develop essential business skills to enhance your career. Written by an experienced psychologist, this book comes complete with online support, to provide your ultimate guide to a fulfilling life at work and at home. More

A powerful, practical guide for cultivating compassion-the scientifically proven foundation for personal achievement and success at work, at home, and in the community. More

Life is full of graduations, from engagements, marriages, parenthood, loss of loved ones, and promotions at work to gaining new wisdom, mentoring, applying core values, and leaving a legacy. Through the dynamic storytelling of author and broadcaster Rick Tocquigny, this book will More

THE ULTIMATE SELF CARE BOOK gives you everything you need to properly look after no.1. It is a dynamic collection of wellbeing skills covering how to take care of yourself while succeeding at work. More

Whether trying to lose weight, save money, get organised, or get a promotion at work, we're always setting goals and making resolutions, but rarely following through on them. According to Caroline Arnold, the 'big push' strategy of setting New Year's resolutions is ultimately designed to fail,… More

…to live with more joy and less stress. By bringing mindfulness into everyday actions - by listening to your body, becoming more aware of what's happening in the present moment and letting go of negativity - you can reduce stress and anxiety, focus better at work, find your own source of calm and... More