Managing Difficult

All of us have been in a situation where we have to manage or lead a group of people. No matter if you are the owner of a small startup, a supervisor, or the head of a million dollar company, you know managing a group of people is one of the hardest jobs in the world. Just think about how hard it is to organize and satisfy a whole family on vacation. This should be a piece of cake compared to the challenges someone in a management position is facing. As a higher-up, you don't want to be the authoritarian bad guy everyone uses to point fingers at.

Want to find a way to stop someone in your life from gaslighting you without having to struggle a day longer? Time to stand up for yourself, show the world your true worth, and be more than the difficult people ever thought you would be? You’re someone who has so much in life to give, which is why it’s such a puzzle that you think you’re worth nothing right now. Well, actually, it’s entirely understandable, given the pressure you’re constantly being put under by the actions of others.

We attempt or avoid difficult conversations every day—whether dealing with an underperforming employee, disagreeing with a spouse, or negotiating with a client. From the Harvard Negotiation Project, the organization that brought you Getting to Yes, Difficult Conversations provides a step-by-step approach to having those tough conversations with less stress and more success.

Ever found yourself stuck in a conversation with someone who just won't listen, or worse, keeps twisting everything to suit their needs? Dealing with difficult people can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you need to keep the peace without losing your mind. Whether it's a narcissist, a manipulator, or that one coworker who thinks they're always right, this guide is here to help you regain control.

Having difficult conversations at work is a necessary discomfort. Instead of avoiding these conversations with your boss, colleagues, or direct reports, you need a strategy that won't leave you feeling like you were being talked at or ignored. The key to solving this problem starts and ends with changing the conversation. Recognizing that it takes two people to engage in meaningful conversation, Can We Talk? outlines what each contributor needs to do to achieve the best possible result.

In this audiobook, Fowler builds upon the latest scientific research on the nature of human motivation to lay out a tested model and course of action that will help leaders guide their people toward the kind of motivation that not only increases productivity and engagement but that gives them a profound sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Confessions of a Terrible Boss and How to Survive a Hostile Work Environment By Snorri Bergmansson and Alessia Patel Have you ever had a boss who made you want to pull your hair out? Or perhaps, as a leader, have you ever wondered if you’re unknowingly driving your team to despair? This book is your ultimate guide to understanding and overcoming toxic workplace dynamics. Part 1: Confessions of a Terrible Boss: My Journey of Micromanaging and Toxic Leadership Snorri Bergmansson takes you on a raw and candid journey through his experiences as a self-proclaimed terrible boss. From ...

We all have people in our lives who frustrate, annoy, or hurt us: workplace bullies, those who always claim to be right, or those with anxious or obsessive personalities. And most of us hurt others occasionally, too. Now, authors Dr. Helen McGrath, a clinical psychologist and professor, and Hazel Edwards, a professional writer, offer this extremely practical guide to dealing with the difficult personalities we encounter every day - in others, and in ourselves.

Emmeline Chase, 25-year-old widow and recent graduate of the Parasol Academy for Exceptional Nannies and Governesses, is more high-spirited than her peers would like. Few graduates, however, could turn a mismanaged teleportation onto a duke’s rooftop into an offer of employment. But Emmeline’s circumstances, along with her desperation to support her bankrupt, incarcerated father, have made her dauntless. Which seems the primary qualification to work for expert horologist Xavier Mason, Duke of St. Lawrence, and manage his three rambunctious wards.

The key to moving up? Managing Up! For readers seeking a surefire career-booster or simply looking to improve their relationship with their boss, this is a welcome guide written specifically to provide them with the skills needed to build a productive, mutually beneficial relationship with their boss. With the inspiring collection of ideas, strategies, and tactics found in Managing Up!, readers will learn to: * Enhance their relationship with their supervisor in a constructive and effective manner * Accurately read their boss's likes and dislikes * Provide the kind of support that helps ...

The Simple Side of Human Resource Management Managing People Should Not Be Difficult, Boring or Scary Learn how to understand some of the more complex aspects of human resource management in a simpler context. If you are interested in understanding human resource management in greater detail, but you are just not in the mood for those stale academic written, hard to understand, boring textbooks, then this book is just for you. If you are simply looking for additional information and wish to supplement your existing knowledge on human resource management, well then this book is for you. For ...

Mary Poppins meets Bridgerton in a feel-good blend of cozy fantasy magic, historical romance, humor, and Victorian era charm, as a recent graduate of the Parasol Academy for Exceptional Nannies and Governesses finds her supernatural abilities are little help when it comes to falling for the shy, mysterious inventor who happens to be her employer.

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving professional world, working with diverse personality types is not just a challenge but a necessity. One of the most difficult personalities to manage is the narcissist—a self-centered, often manipulative individual who can dominate the workplace environment, disrupt team dynamics, and diminish morale. But what if there was a proven way to turn their unique traits into tools for success, instead of triggers for chaos? In Working With Anyone, you’ll discover a groundbreaking 4-step blueprint to navigating narcissistic personalities at work. This ...

Are you a new manager or struggling to get your employees on track? Are you struggling to get your people motivated, or not sure what it takes to push them to be high performers? How to Manage People is a great guide to help you make a move from being the boss to being someone your people admire and respect. Leading people can be a complex and daunting task, but those complexities are broken down into seven easy and actionable steps.

Do you want to learn how to successfully manage people? Are you interested in maximizing the resources of your staff? Would you like to learn proven philosophies and techniques of Human Resource management to achieve this? Managing People introduces a philosophy and strategy of human resource management called People Dynamics Management. With People Dynamics Management, the foundation of HR is based on valuing people as your best resource.

Make Peace with Anyone is the first audiobook that shows listeners how to quickly resolve any situation, no matter how long it's been going on, or how many people are involved. The techniques and psychological strategies presented here are simple, easy to understand, and work...fast. In this audiobook listeners will learn how to: end any family feud, get an apology from anyone, jumpstart any relationship or friendship, handle any passive-aggressive person, get the respect you deserve from anyone, and much more.

Dive into a transformative guide that navigates the complexities of managing challenging relationships through a lens of faith and grace. "Managing a Difficult Spouse in a Godly Way" is an insightful manuscript that delves into the intricacies of dealing with a challenging partner, offering profound wisdom and practical solutions rooted in divine principles. Explore the nuanced behaviors/characteristics that define a difficult spouse. From poor communication and lack of empathy to stubbornness and criticism, uncover the layers that strain relationships and hinder understanding.

The Simple Side of Marketing Management Managing Marketing Should Not Be Difficult, Boring or Scary Learn some of the more complex aspects of marketing management in a simpler context. If you are interested in understanding marketing management in greater detail, but you are just not in the mood for those stale academic written, hard to understand, boring textbooks, then this book is just for you. If you are simply looking for additional information and wish to supplement your existing knowledge on marketing management, well then this book is for you. For the sake of covering both angles, ...

Ever let your emotions get the better of you? Ever acted ‘in the moment’ only to regret your choices later? Exploded in anger when you wish you’d been calm? Been silent when you had something important to say? Given in to a bully because you felt threatened? If the answer is ‘yes’ to any of these, chances are, you’re emotionally clumsy. But fear not! Help is at hand in this informative and entertaining guide that will help you to successfully navigate emotionally-charged situations. Outlining 10 proven steps to help you learn about yourself, what triggers you, and most ...

No one likes conflict—but that doesn’t mean you have to avoid it. Learn how to turn those “Oh, Sh*t! Moments,” when opinions and personalities clash, into the juice that powers your team to great results or new heights. Politics. Confusion. Factions. Gossip. Turnover. If you lead a team, you may see conflict as the worst part of your job. You may see it as counterproductive, dysfunctional, and a waste of time because team members are not dealing with each other—maybe not even speaking. You may see lost opportunities, inspiration, cohesiveness, and ultimately, productivity. But ...