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by Randy J. Paterson Ph.D. (Author) "Two kinds of people pick up books on assertiveness..." (more)
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This self-directed program teaches readers to speak up and say what they mean at work and at home. Written supportively, it uses proven cognitive behavioral techniques to help individuals build self-confidence, set boundaries, and determine appropriate responses.

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  • Paperback: 200 pages
  • Publisher: New Harbinger Publications; 1 edition (December 30, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1572242094
  • ISBN-13: 978-1572242098
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars BUY IT NOW!, June 16, 2007
If you're reading this review, you probably suspect that you have a problem with assertiveness, so take the first step towards improving your life by purchasing this book. If you have a problem saying no to unreasonable requests, if your legitimate and reasonable requests for what you need are repeatedly denied, ignored, or trivialized, if you feel surrounded by manipulative, controlling people, if you have been in a long-term verbally abusive relationship, if you are easily intimidated by aggressive people, or even if you're just mildly curious, this book will be invaluable to you. It's not just a quick read, though. It has thought-provoking exercises to help you determine why you have difficulty asserting yourself as well as practice exercises to prepare you to be assertive when the need arises. Even if you don't think you need improvement, this book is a great resource on communication.
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84 of 94 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A practical Book, February 16, 2001
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This book was easy to read, easy to understand and very easy to apply immediately to life circumstances. I particularly found useful the chart of behaviors and the aspects of appearance very well written, vivid and clear. This book was full of accurate user friendly information that anyone would be able to apply in their lives whatever their circumstance or job.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A portable behavior coach , March 13, 2005
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Being a passive personality, I went looking for some kind of guidance after a recent confrontation. It goes through many basic terms and concepts of human relationships and behavior. The author wants us to understand assertiveness before trying to put new ways of thinking into practice. The important part of the author's lesson is reminding us that assertiveness is part of a person's behavior but is not the person. It builds up to the ten steps of preparing for a confrontation. The written exercises are useful, the diagrams and check boxes not so much. Some terms were basic but many times when things are not working right, we have to be reminded of the basics. Personally, I would not choose to use the assertiveness scorecards in my regular day-to-day routine. It goes over what a DESO script, Describe, Express, Script, Outcome; could mean to anybody's personal and work relationships. How one can change a few steps in giving criticism to create positive feedback. The Assertiveness workbook makes you take a breath, and think before speaking. Clear, easy-to-read, straight-to-the-point chapters are there to help when needed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book Works!
I tried everything to become assertive, but before I discovered this book, nothing taught me this ability, it will work for you too, if you commit to it, it's so much harder than... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Edward Morris

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic workbook
I bought this book to help my daughter who has used it to learn how to stand up to a difficult boss. A great book, well presented and really helpful.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good information, but
I read this book after reading Too Nice for Your Own Good. I found this book to be very informative and seemingly comprehensive, but didn't hit on topics I related to. Read more
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This book is a great tool and really does help. You have to do the work as prescribed or you really will just waste your time. Read more
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Great resource. I tend to be overly aggressive, and read this to help me tone it down and just be assertive instead. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Clearly to the point
Excellent resource for how to deal with PA's and others-the book's no nonsense approach (yes, it's hard to change and yes your significants others will resist you), exercises, and... Read more
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This book is by far the most helpful book I've ever read. It is very informative, but in plain words that almost anyone can understand. Read more
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I had reached a point where I needed to learn how to assert myself and stop being miserable in certain situations. Read more
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