Surrounded by Setbacks: Or, How to Succeed When Everything's Gone Bad

The funny and practical guide on how succeed when everything goes wrong, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots. Not everything goes the way we want it to - the world or people around us sometimes just spin out of control. So how do you handle everything life throws your way when you'd really prefer to tell everyone to get stuffed?In his uplifting and inspiring, behavioural expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson helps you turn challenges into opportunities and failure into growth.Drawing on the four-colour model that has inspired millions, Erikson shows you how to:Regain control when life feels chaoticReplace frustration with problem-solving focusBuild resilience through self-awareness and perspectiveTurn adversity into lasting successWarm, witty and full of real-world wisdom, Surrounded by Setbacks reminds you that success isnt about avoiding problems, its about learning to handle them with courage and confidence. Praise for Surrounded by Setbacks and 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 feedbackEveryone should read [it]' Business Insider Equal parts logical, emotionally astute, and gut-wrenchingly funnyBuy it!' Jim McPartlin, author of The Enneagram at WorkEveryone can benefit from this book Booklist Life changing 5-star reader reviewHas enabled better communication with my peers and colleagues as well as my family. 5-star reader reviewClear, insightful easy to read book with plenty [of] practical advice 5-star reader reviewA must-read to guide you on understanding yourself and others 5-star reader review. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.