The funny and practical guide on how to deal with difficult managers, colleagues, and teams, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots.

Being driven crazy by a micro-manager? Frequently drowning under your boss's unreasonable expectations? Struggling with being handed out responsibilities but no authority?

Behavioural expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson is here to help.

In his inspiring - and, at times, funny - guide, Erikson shows how understanding your boss's behavioural tendencies, as well as your own, will lead to a more harmonious and productive workplace. Using his famous four-colour model, he shows you how to:

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Decode your boss's or team's behaviour


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Manage up and handle tricky feedback

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Boost motivation and productivity across different personalities

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Communicate effectively in even the most frustrating environments



Written with Erikson's signature humour and warmth, Surrounded by Bad Bosses (and Lazy Employees) will help you deal with hopeless managers and employees to build better relationships at work - and stay sane in the process.

Praise for Thomas Erikson:

'Outstanding... Erikson impresses with his trademark facility for making research-based discussions accessible and entertaining' Publishers Weekly

'A good resource for understanding how different personalities communicate and deal with feedback... Everyone should read [it]' Business Insider

'Equal parts logical, emotionally astute, and gut-wrenchingly funny... Buy it!' Jim McPartlin, author of The Enneagram at Work

'Everyone can benefit from this book' Booklist

'Life changing' 5-star reader review

'Has enabled better communication with my peers and colleagues as well as my family.' 5-star reader review

'Clear, insightful easy to read book with plenty [of] practical advice' 5-star reader review

'A must-read to guide you on understanding yourself and others' 5-star reader review

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• Publication Date: August 17, 2021
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• Print Length: 386 Pages
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