How to Change Anybody

by David J. Lieberman

Book Overview

Don't let crazy people drive you crazy. Don't let annoying, obnoxious, petty people get under your skin. Stop having to ask the same thing over and over again. Whether it's your kids, spouse, friend,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312324758
• ISBN13: 9780312324759
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Griffin
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

THE people skills book-buy it now!

This book presents strategies to deal with bullies, passive aggression and gossip, as well as strategies to motivate people. It even has techniques for lifting friends out of depression. Although on the surface this is almost a claim to be able to achieve the impossible, the ideas are clearly put and the psychology behind them is completely sound. One argueable point is the conventional assumption made that bullies and manipulative people come from a position of low self esteem. George K Simon (book 'In Sheeps Clothing') argues strongly that these people come from a position of SUPER HIGH self esteem. For example, after a divorce, a child can often find emotional buttons (usually guilt) which he/she can press in order to get their way, which gives him/her a sense of power. This I feel rings true to most manipulative people, as they may feel that their 'skill' is a superpower over other people. However, this book is absolutely loaded with brilliant ideas. If you only invest in one people skills book, make damm sure it's this one.

Excellent...

This book was excellent... You really can't change everyone, but this author does provide excellent guidance in helping difficult people who are their own worst enemies. But don't think you can change or save everyone you may try with- you can't. A great read nonetheless, especially on influence and persuasion.

This is a classic

I found this book to be a classic. It really sifts through real life examples of how to really impact other people through a positive way. Its not a book that teaching manipulation, but rather how to bring out the best in others. I soo strongly recommend this book. It really is a classic.

One of the best books I have read in a long time

I was amazed at how helpful and easy to read this book was. I used one of the techniques on a friend of mine and I was shocked at how much it helped her see a situation in a more positive and healthy way . Recomend highly!

ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING ! I just got it, and read it

Dr. Lieberman has always been one of my favorite self-help authors. His books are lean and to the point, and most importantly deliver. While I don't think you can change anything about anyone, all of the time, these technqiues are not likely to miss too often. The best is on how to help people who don't have much self-esteem. Great stuff and easy to understand. I highly reccomend it to anyone who wants to help those in their lives to be better people. Great for therapists too!