Dump 'Em: How to Break Up with Anyone from Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser [Paperback]

Jodyne L. Speyer (Author), Julie Bossinger (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 24, 2009

Everybody has that special someone in their life that they can't wait to get rid of. Whether it's a housekeeper, a therapist, or a personal trainer, the time comes when you have to pull the plug on the relationship.

Featuring personal stories, useful scripts, and interviews with experts such as Bob Harper from The Biggest Loser, funnyman Adam Carolla, and Michael Jackson's attorney, Thomas Mesereau, Dump 'Em is a practical guide for giving any bad relationship the boot. Jodyne L. Speyer provides a roadmap to finding your own way of saying "thanks, but no thanks." Written with honesty, empathy, and ruthless wit, Dump 'Em will teach you to conquer your fear of confrontation and master the art of the peaceful and permanent breakup. So what are you waiting for? Dump 'em!

Editorial Reviews

Review

“This book tells how to ‘dump ‘em’—politely. Jodyne Speyer’s engaging real-life stories emphasize the importance of being respectful when breaking ties. Her steps include ways to be fair and appreciative-no matter what. Readers will learn to handle those awkward farewells with consideration and tact.” (Peggy Post, director of The Emily Post Institute and author of Emily Post's Etiquette, 17th Edition, and "Excuse Me, But I Was Next . . ." )

“Jodyne Speyer’s Dump ‘Em is surprising, practical and funny. Or would be had it not reminded me of the wonderful time Jodyne and I had together before, well, the dumping.” (Jon Hamm, actor on Mad Men )

“Dump ‘Em is my guidebook to getting rid of people.” (Fran Drescher, Actress )

“Dump ‘Em is not just funny, it’s practical. Jodyne Speyer has figured out a way to sever the ties that so many of us would rather miserably live with forever.” (Sarah Silverman, Comedienne )

“A funny and practical guide to getting the people in your life out of your life.” (Jimmy Kimmel, Talk Show Host Jimmy Kimmel Live )

“Interweaving personal stories, practical tools, and scripts, TV writer Speyer assists readers in divesting themselves of bad relationships, romantic, familial, and otherwise.... The book tackles a difficult subject in a humorous, practical, and helpful manner. Highly recommended.” (Library Journal )

“Dump ‘Em is the non-confrontationalist’s dream. With her easy-to-follow scripts and step-by-step plans, Jodyne Speyer provides a clear roadmap for ending even the most difficult relationships.” (Marci Shimoff, New York Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason )

“In this guide to confrontation for doormats everywhere, author and self-proclaimed avoidant Jodyne Speyer provides a step-by-step manual on the etiquette of ending things with just about anyone.... Speyer’s natural comic ease, makes this a breezily informative read.” (Time magazine )

“This book is so funny and smart and savvy I dumped my wife! And I love my wife. I might have blown it.” (Greg Behrendt, Author of He's Just Not That Into You )

Review

Dump 'Em is not just funny, it's practical. Jodyne Speyer has figured out a way to sever the ties that so many of us would rather miserably live with forever. -- Sarah Silverman, comedienne

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Product Details

• Paperback: 284 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; Original edition (March 24, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061646628
• ISBN-13: 978-0061646621
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #818,970 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jodyne L. Speyer is the author of the book, Dump 'Em: How To Break Up With Anyone From Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser, featured on The View, Good Morning America, Rachael Ray, The Bonnie Hunt Show, The Early Show, as well as hundreds of other local TV and radio stations worldwide. She has helped thousands of people speak up for themselves to get what they want by being direct and honest in how they communicate. Jodyne empowers men and women alike through her one-on-one and group coaching, as well as her lectures and seminars. She's also a contributor to The Huffington Post.

Customer Reviews

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Where have you been all my life?!, March 24, 2009

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This review is from: Dump 'Em: How to Break Up with Anyone from Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser (Paperback)

For years I've avoided breaking up with people in my life when the relationship didn't work anymore, whether it was a not-so-good friend or my therapist that spent more time taking about herself than about me. It's uncomfortable and somehow I always ended up chickening out at the last minute and then kicking myself afterwards! "Dump 'Em" not only showed me the best way to finally make the break using really practical and easy to stick to guidelines, but it had me laughing the whole way through! If you know anyone that has trouble with confrontation then you have to buy them this book... they'll thank you for it!! And thanks Jodyne for writing such a fantastic, funny, and helpful book!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dump 'em, March 24, 2009

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Leslie - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dump 'Em: How to Break Up with Anyone from Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser (Paperback)

I heard about this on the View and was so curious about it. I found it at the bookstore and started to flip through it and then found myself unable to put it down. Not only is it funny and real but useful and down-right
spot-on. Its a great book and its great to give as gifts thats why I bought a few online.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Jodyne Speyer is the Break Up GURU!, March 24, 2009

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Barbara Green "Barbara Green" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dump 'Em: How to Break Up with Anyone from Your Best Friend to Your Hairdresser (Paperback)

Jodyne Speyer is the Break Up GURU. And I just became a follower. DUMP 'EM is wittingly informative & a great read. I'm about to dump my cleaning lady now, and frankly I think she will be happy. It's been 6 years of broken household items, and not so clean - cleaning. Not until I read DUMP 'EM did I realize I could do this. Thank you, Jodyne Speyer for breaking it down for us.