Surrounded by Idiots
Ever felt like you are the only normal person in the room? Thomas Erikson reveals the revolutionary 4-Color Personality System that explains why your boss is angry, your partner is slow, and why you are the way you are.
3 Rules of Engagement
Before you can manage others, you must understand the rules of the game. Effective communication happens in three distinct stages.
- Identify your own color
- Admit your biases
- Realize you are an “idiot” too
- Observe behaviors
- Detect color patterns
- Understand their motivation
- Change your tone
- Match their energy
- Bridge the communication gap
The 4 Color Types
Based on the DISC model, everyone you meet falls into one of these four categories. Understanding them is your superpower.
The Perspective Shift
The difference between a frustrated manager and an effective leader.
The “Judge”
The Leader
Communication Sins
To improve your relationships instantly, you must eliminate these common mistakes from your daily interactions.
- Stop rushing the GREEN personalities.
- Stop giving vague details to BLUE personalities.
- Stop boring the YELLOWS with spreadsheets.
- Stop small talk with REDS. Get to the point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clarifying the DISC Model and Personality Types.
The Verdict
“Surrounded by Idiots” is a hilarious but eye-opening manual. Once you understand the 4 colors, you stop banging your head against the wall and start communicating effectively.
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