Egomaniac

Egomaniac
Author: Vi Keeland
Publisher: C. Scott Publishing
Total Pages: 335
Release: 2017-01-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1942215509

We're Not All Egomaniacs

We're Not All Egomaniacs
Author: Beth Aich
Publisher: Bookbaby
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2021-09-16
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 9781098362621

Some people come to Alcoholics Anonymous feeling terrible about themselves and are told, bewilderingly, that their problem is too much ego and a lack of humility. Bill W., who wrote most of the AA literature, described himself as an egomaniac. He put his own needs and wants ahead of others, was grandiose, felt entitled, and thought he was all-powerful. He called this the alcoholic personality type, and designed a program to crush the ego as the foundation of sobriety. It worked for him and millions of other alcoholics like him, and he deserves great credit. But what about alcoholics who normally put others' needs before their own and see themselves as less-than, unentitled, not enough, defective, impostors, losers? Their egos need building, not deflating. This book reframes the Twelve Step program so people with low self-esteem can grow to feel better rather than worse about themselves. Each Step includes exercises to build and strengthen the person's sense of self, to grow from a place of feeling unlovable into a strong sober person, no longer dependent on alcohol or external validation to feel good. This groundbreaking book opens the door for people who feel less-than to find a comfortable sobriety in AA, rather than trying to force themselves into Bill's shoes when they just don't fit.

Apple

Apple
Author: Jim Carlton
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 482
Release: 1998-10-21
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0887309658

Apple Computer was once a shining example of the American success story. Having launched the personal computer revolution in 1977 with the first all-purpose desktop PC, Apple became the darling of the national business press and Wall Street. Yet by 1995, the company's change-the-world idealism had all but disappeared in a bitter internal struggle between warring camps. Raging internal mistakes, petty infighting, and gross mismanagement became Apple's hallmark, and today the company clings to a mere 3.7 percent share of the market it helped to create. Apple is the spellbinding account of what really went on behind closed doors, revealing the forces that dismantled this once great icon of American business.

Bitter is the New Black

Bitter is the New Black
Author: Jen Lancaster
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2006-03-07
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1101128402

New York Times bestselling author Jen Lancaster takes you from sorority house to penthouse to poorhouse in her hilarious memoir of living the sweet life—until real life kicked her to the curb. She had the perfect man, the perfect job—hell, she had the perfect life—and there was no reason to think it wouldn't last. Or maybe there was, but Jen Lancaster was too busy being manicured, pedicured, highlighted, and generally adored to notice. This is the smart-mouthed, soul-searching story of a woman trying to figure out what happens next when she's gone from six figures to unemployment checks and she stops to reconsider some of the less-than-rosy attitudes and values she thought she'd never have to answer for when times were good. Filled with caustic wit and unusual insight, it's a rollicking read as speedy and unpredictable as the trajectory of a burst balloon.

Beautiful Criminals

Beautiful Criminals
Author: Eric Tipton
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2017-08-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1501136518

"When Amanda Cooper gets out of jail, she's determined to never go back. Two years behind bars meant leaving her teenage daughter, Taylor, with Amanda's wild and riotous mother, but now that she's back, it's the three of them against the world. All Amanda wants is to secure her dream life: predictable, boring, and bordered by a white picket fence. But someone is trying to pull her back into the game. Is Amanda's new life within reach, or will her final gamble mean losing everything?"--Dust jacket flap.

Conquering the Electron

Conquering the Electron
Author: Derek Cheung
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2014-09-08
Genre: History
ISBN: 1442231548

Conquering the Electron offers readers a true and engaging history of the world of electronics, beginning with the discoveries of static electricity and magnetism and ending with the creation of the smartphone and the iPad. This book shows the interconnection of each advance to the next on the long journey to our modern-day technologies. Exploring the combination of genius, infighting, and luck that powered the creation of today's electronic age, Conquering the Electron debunks the hero worship so often plaguing the stories of great advances. Want to know how AT&T’s Bell Labs developed semiconductor technology—and how its leading scientists almost came to blows in the process? Want to understand how radio and television work—and why RCA drove their inventors to financial ruin and early graves? Conquering the Electron offers these stories and more, presenting each revolutionary technological advance right alongside blow-by-blow personal battles that all too often took place.

Outsmarting Egomaniacs

Outsmarting Egomaniacs
Author: Carla Litto
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2024-10-22
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1963827015

The world is full of toxic people. You don’t have to put up with them. Outsmarting Egomaniacs is the self-help book for people who want to protect themselves from getting bullied, abused, and manipulated in relationships. The scams, cons, cults, and shady situations we watch on TV are happening in real life every day, damaging far too many innocent people. Carla Litto, marriage and family therapist in Los Angeles specializing in relationship issues, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder and emotional abuse recovery, breaks down the manipulation tactics that predatory individuals use to confuse you and abuse you. Laugh-out-loud funny and full of insights and strategies, Outsmarting Egomaniacs will help you— • Identify the different types of manipulators in your life • Recognize the manipulation tactics they are using on you • Protect yourself—with strategies and comebacks—from getting manipulated Learn from this witty professional’s unfiltered take on the psychology behind narcissists, con-artists, and every other specific type of egomaniac you can imagine. You’ll understand what got you stuck in relationships or relational patterns with egomaniacs, how to get unstuck, and how to recognize new egomaniacs coming from a mile away.

HOW TO DEAL WITH A NARCISSIST

HOW TO DEAL WITH A NARCISSIST
Author: DR KILLIAN HOLLAND
Publisher: BookRix
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2023-10-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3755455609

Are you tired of dealing with the toxic behavior of a narcissist in your life? Do you want to put an end to their manipulative tactics and take back control of your own life? Then look no further than "How to Deal with a Narcissist: Say No to Their Bullshit by Implementing Useful Powerful Strategies Today." This comprehensive guide is the ultimate tool for anyone looking to confront and combat the damaging effects of narcissism in their personal or professional relationships. Drawing on the latest research and real-world experience, this book provides you with practical strategies and tactics that you can use to stand up to a narcissist and protect yourself from their harmful behavior. Whether you're dealing with a narcissistic boss, partner, or family member, "How to Deal with a Narcissist" gives you the tools you need to set boundaries, communicate effectively, and avoid getting caught up in their web of lies and manipulation. You'll learn how to recognize the warning signs of narcissism, understand their motivations, and use that knowledge to your advantage. But this isn't just another self-help book filled with generic advice. "How to Deal with a Narcissist" goes deep into the psychology of narcissism, giving you a clear understanding of why narcissists behave the way they do and how you can use that understanding to protect yourself. You'll learn about the different types of narcissism, how to spot the signs of a narcissistic personality disorder, and the best ways to confront a narcissist without getting caught up in their drama. So if you're ready to take control of your life and say no to the bullshit of a narcissist, "How to Deal with a Narcissist" is the ultimate resource for you. With powerful strategies and practical advice that you can implement today, this book will help you reclaim your power and live a life free from the toxic influence of a narcissist. Don't wait another day to start living your life on your own terms – order your c

The Open Organization

The Open Organization
Author: Jim Whitehurst
Publisher: Harvard Business Press
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2015
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1625275277

Based on open source principles of transparency, participation, and collaboration, "open management" challenges conventional business ideas about what companies are, how they run, and how they make money. This book provides the blueprint for putting it into practice in your own firm. He covers challenges that have been missing from the conversation to date, among them: how to scale engagement; how to have healthy debates that net progress; and how to attract and keep the "Social Generation" of workers. Through a mix of vibrant stories, candid lessons, and tested processes, Whitehurst shows how Red Hat has blown the traditional operating model to pieces by emerging out of a pure bottom up culture and learning how to execute it at scale. And he explains what other companies are, and need to be doing to bring this open style into all facets of the organization.

Managing the Unmanageable

Managing the Unmanageable
Author: Anne Loehr
Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2011-07-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1601636652

Who changed the rules of business? It’s a different game now. In an increasingly globally diverse workforce, it’s vitally important that leaders understand their team inside and out. This takes a new toolbox of skills for the 21st century. Today you need winning strategies to avoid the costly pitfalls of high turnover, low morale and poor collaboration, not to mention the cost of missed deadlines and incomplete projects. Managing the Unmanageable will give you practical tips and proven techniques to show you how to: Understand what’s driving your unmanageable employee. Evaluate the costs and benefits of turning him around. Enroll her in that effort, and help her become a valued member of your team. Guide all your employees to greater innovation, cooperation, and effectiveness. Communicate effectively with each of the three generations in today’s workplace