{"product_id":"how-to-work-with-jerks-getting-stuff-done-with-people-you-cant-stand-paperback","title":"How to Work with Jerks: Getting Stuff Done with People You Can't Stand - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJason Sackett\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by), \u003cb\u003eEric L. Williamson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo matter how talented, gifted or experienced, and no matter what role we serve or title we carry, our level of success isn't measured based on the work we produce; it's measured based on the relationships we build.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhatever you do and wherever you work -- jerks are all around you. And without a clear strategy for working with these difficult people, we inevitably suffer and risk failure on the job and in our careers. This book offers that strategy. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Work with Jerks\u003c\/i\u003e is a training guide for dealing with jerks in the workplace, complete with proven methods and frameworks for handling conflict with people who are: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-Rude, bossy, sarcastic, inflexible or narcissistic-Prone to stealing credit and attention\u003cbr\u003e-Poor listeners and poor communicators\u003cbr\u003e-Hell-bent on creating toxic environments based on fear and distrust \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEric Williamson provides solutions sought by professionals and leaders about how to motivate and retain their staff and continue getting the maximum productivity out of them. His practical, no-nonsense book also answers the questions asked by all employees about how to stay motivated in a job they can't stand while learning the necessary skills to make them marketable in today's uncertain job market. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThoroughly examined in the book are Williamson's \"5 Star Traits\" of recognition, poise, perspective, drive and rapport -- timeless tools that will arm you to get things done more effectively even with true jerks in the workplace. These traits reflect what we need in today's multi-generational work environment, where people feel over managed and under led, to improve production and work better with our colleagues, especially jerks. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten for employees, employers, business leaders, entrepreneurs and people of all generations interested in career success, this book is a survival guide for motivating, retaining and leveraging top talent, and connecting with colleagues so you can work together to solve problems and get work done. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Managers and Employees Alike\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow to Work with Jerks\u003c\/i\u003e provides solutions sought by professionals and leaders about how to motivate and retain their staff and achieve maximum productivity. This book also answers the questions asked by all employees about how to stay motivated in a job they can't stand while learning the necessary skills to make them marketable in today's uncertain job market. Regardless of the generation to which you belong, you will gain skills that will help you: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-Earn promotions\u003cbr\u003e-Work well with others\u003cbr\u003e-Become more marketable\u003cbr\u003e-Gain the confidence and skill sets to pursue and achieve your dreams\u003cbr\u003e-Manage stress at work. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBonus \u003c\/b\u003e Workbook-style activities help you understand: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e-How to change your leadership style when dealing with conflict.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003e-What it takes to step outside your comfort zone to achieve success and tap into your full potential.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe don't always get to choose the people we work with. We do, however, get to choose \u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e we handle the relationships with the people we work with. \u003cb\u003eIsn't it time to get stuff done with people you can't stand?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Others Are Saying: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This book is your 21st Century road map for getting things done while working with somebody you don't want to be around.\" \u003cbr\u003e--Craig Valentine, MBA, World Champion of Public Speaking; Founder, Speak and Prosper Academy \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Jerks are everywhere  Dealing with the 'work jerk' can be a taxing experience, but with this book, Williamson provides readers with practical solutions for conflict management that are effective and productive. Don't let jerks mess with your mojo \"\u003cbr\u003e--Jeffrey Hayzlett, Primetime TV \u0026amp; Podcast Host, Speaker, Author and Part-Time Cowboy \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eHow to Work with Jerks\u003c\/i\u003e is a survival guide for the modern era \"\u003cbr\u003e--Lois Creamer, Author of \u003ci\u003eBook More Business\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEric L. Williamson is the president and CEO of Tailored Training Solutions, a small business that works with organizations that want to create an environment where employees are engaged, appreciated, and developed into leaders. Eric is a keynote speaker who is often referred to as the \"Connector\" for his ability to make his message resonate with groups, or as the \"Change maker\" for his ability to inspire change and improve morale by coaching people to bring out their very best. He is known for his empathic, engaging, down-to-earth style. Eric's fusion of real-life stories and his conversational techniques connect with his audience at an intimate, intense and individual level. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Eric's desire to see others improve, survive and thrive in the workplace is what drives him to help others succeed. He has delivered motivational speeches and programs to businesses and organizations throughout the country. He helps professionals at all levels to take steps to improve their workplace relationships with all types of people in the work environment ... especially the ones who are, let's face it, jerks. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Eric earned his bachelor's degree from Connecticut College in 2002, and his MBA at the University of New Haven in 2008. He lives in Maryland with his wife and daughter, and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of a second child at the time of publishing this book. Eric loves to grill food outdoors no matter the weather. He enjoys salsa music and loves to go salsa dancing. When he's not working, he's often vacationing at the beach with his family. This is his first book.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 194\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.41 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 13, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42128442654855,"sku":"9780999456699","price":26.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/3fa4d0af160f385038b4939520a3a4fd.webp?v=1732595508","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/how-to-work-with-jerks-getting-stuff-done-with-people-you-cant-stand-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}