Thomas Erikson Libros

Erik H. Erikson's remarkable insights into the relationship of life history and history began with observations on a central stage of life: identity development in adolescence.

Fed up with a bad boss or lazy colleagues? Erikson shows how understanding your boss's behavioural tendencies as well as your own will lead to a more harmonious and productive workplace. He also sets out what characterises an exemplary leader type and how you can adapt your behaviour to model it

You are not alone. After a disastrous encounter with a successful entrepreneur convinced he was surrounded by idiots, communication expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson committed to understanding human behavior and the challenges of connecting with different personality types. Originally published in Swedish in 2014, this work has become an international sensation, selling over 1.5 million copies globally. It presents a groundbreaking method for assessing personalities based on four types—Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow—and offers insights on adjusting communication styles accordingly. Erikson aids in self-understanding, enhancing communication and social skills, managing conflicts, and improving relationships with colleagues and superiors. He provides practical tips on body language, written communication, and knowing when to engage or withdraw in conversations. Filled with enlightening moments, this guide empowers you to understand and influence those around you, even those you find perplexing. With a bit of luck, you may also realize that the "idiot" in the room isn't you!

This book will last and last, because it contains the wisdom of two wonderfully knowing observers of our human destiny.-Robert Coles

"Originally published in Sweden by Forum in 2020"--Verso.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots. Some people are exceptionally manipulative. They can convince anyone about anything and lure them with their charm. They enjoy controlling others and will do anything to get what they want. Sound familiar? The bad news is that you can't really escape them. But here comes the good news- you can beat them at their own game. After going through the highs and lows of different personality types (Red, Blue, Green and Yellow) in his international bestseller Surrounded by Idiots, Swedish behavioural expert Thomas Erikson will now show you how your weaknesses and personality traits can be exploited by other people and how you can stop them in their tracks. By learning more about your personality type and how you work, you'll be able to see through any psychopath's manipulative behaviours and fend off their attempts to wreak havoc into your life. Witty, engaging and informative, this book will give you everything you need to handle life's most skilled manipulators and identify the psychopaths in your life... before it's too late!

Internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson applies his revolutionary 4 color personality profile system to the workplace ...

#1 internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson teaches readers how to identify and avoid the psychopaths in their lives. These individuals can be charming and charismatic or manipulative and self-serving, making them particularly dangerous. Building on the success of his previous work, Erikson reveals how to recognize these individuals and combat their manipulative tactics. Utilizing a simple four-color behavior classification system, he guides readers in understanding their own behaviors and weaknesses. Through vivid examples, the book illustrates how psychopaths exploit various behavior types, enabling readers to identify their vulnerabilities and take proactive steps to protect themselves. Erikson discusses common manipulation tactics used by psychopaths and others, providing practical methods to confront controlling individuals and transform negative relationships into mutually respectful ones. By gaining insight into both their own behaviors and the strategies employed by psychopaths, readers will learn to safeguard themselves from manipulative influences in their workplaces, social circles, and families.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots Are you overshadowed by the narcissists in your life? Are you worn out by their constant demands for attention, their absolute belief they are right (even when clearly they are not), their determination to do what they want (regardless of impact), and their baffling need to control everyone and everything around them? In this thought-provoking, sanity-saving book, Thomas Erikson helps you understand what makes narcissists tick and, crucially, how to handle them without wearing yourself out in the process. With the help of the behavioural model made famous in Surrounded by Idiots, Erikson provides all the tools you need to manage not just the narcissists around you but everyday narcissism as well - itself becoming more widespread in this age of social media. Engaging and practical, Surrounded by Narcissists will help you free yourself from narcissistic agendas so you can pursue a happier, more fulfilling and successful life.