
Surrounded by Idiots
The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life)
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Narrated by:
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David John
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Written by:
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Thomas Erikson
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A runaway best seller in Sweden that has sold more than a million copies worldwide, Surrounded by Idiots shares a groundbreaking new method of understanding the people around you that will change how you interact with everyone from your coworkers to your spouse.
Author Thomas Erikson explains that there are four key behavior types that define how we interact with and perceive the people around us. Understanding someone’s pattern of behavior is the key to successful communication. Erikson breaks down the four kinds of behavior types - Reds who are dominant and commanding, Yellows who are social and optimistic, Greens who are laid-back and friendly, and Blues who are analytical and precise - and explains how to identify and interact with each type of person. Instead of being bogged down with overly technical categorizations, the simple four-color system allows you to speedily identify a friend or coworker and adjust how you speak and share with them.
Surrounded by Idiots is full of practical information for interacting with people based on their color, including the strengths and weaknesses of all the profiles, how to give positive and negative feedback to each, and the best way to word an email when writing to someone with a different profile.
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©2019 Text copyright by Thomas Erikson; Foreword copyright by David Bonnstetter (P)2019 Penguin AudioPoor rating is only because the chapters on audivle don’t align with the one wirh words. For example, audible started chapter 12 on the audio. But the display showed chapter 11 and was only a few minutes later
Phenomenal book. Minor technical concern.
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refines what most people already understand
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research before trusting
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Now what I’d hoped for
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Great content but a bit reparative.
Gives you a great insight into people’s behaviour, and why they react/response in a certain way.
And yes, I am red-blue, with a dash of yellow.LOL
A must-read for managers.
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Excellent reading!
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Read listen
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Unique Way to See the People Around You.
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Using colorful examples and relatable scenarios, Erikson explains how people with different DISC profiles may perceive the same situation differently, and how this can lead to misunderstandings and conflict. He also provides practical advice on how to recognize and adapt to different communication styles in order to improve relationships and achieve better outcomes.
One of the strengths of the book is Erikson's engaging writing style. He uses humor and anecdotes to keep the reader engaged, while also providing a clear and accessible explanation of the DISC model.
Another strength of the book is its practicality. Erikson provides concrete examples of how the DISC model can be applied in real-world situations, and offers tips on how to improve communication and build better relationships with coworkers, friends, and family members.
Overall, "Surrounded by Idiots" is a great read for anyone who wants to improve their communication skills and better understand the people around them. It is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to build stronger relationships, avoid conflict, and achieve success in both their personal and professional lives.
Great Book, Highly Recommend.
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