Book details

  • Genre:family & relationships
  • Sub-genre:Parenting / General
  • Language:English
  • Pages:162
  • eBook ISBN:9781885365866

Why Won't They Listen to Me?

Simple Ways to Influence Your Pack and Move Them in the Direction You Want

By Janet Lapp

Overview

Although geared to parents of kids young and old who won’t listen, this book will increase your impact and influence in all leadership arenas, including in those tough situations at work ... and will help you move your pack in the direction it needs to go. CONTENTS Chapter 1 Why Aren’t They Listening? Chapter 2 The Quick Fix Chapter 3 Quick-Fix Kids Chapter 4 Changing the System Chapter 5 Ground Rules Chapter 6 5 C’s: Compassion Chapter 7 Confidence and Clarity Chapter 8 Commitment and Consistency Chapter 9 Acting Out
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Description

It is a testimony to the power of the human spirit, that no matter how difficult things have become, they can always improve. Separation and distance won’t improve conditions. The only way beyond it, is through it. Part One highlights specific change leadership skills. Part Two delves into underlying issues should you decide you would like to take that journey. Whether you are reading this book for guidance with your family at home, or with your staff at work, you will find simple tools that will help you change situations that are not working. However, if you find your situation to be unbearable or dangerous, the best resource for you is a licensed mental health professional. When you have finished this book, you will have a road map to make change happen.
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About The Author

Dr Janet Lapp translates psychological theory into down-to-earth terms that people can use to make their lives better. A former professor, researcher, clinician, and Registered Nurse, Janet was born and raised in Canada, and her PhD is from McGill University in Montreal. She is a licensed clinical psychologist, and creator and host of the Emmy-nominated CBS series 'Keep Well.' Author of four other books: Dancing with Tigers, Plant your Feet Firmly in Mid-Air, The Four Elements of Transformational Change, and Positive Spin™ she has received critical acclaim for her ideas. Admitted into the Speakers Hall of Fame, the “Oscar” of Professional Speaking, one year she was rated by Toastmasters as one of the top three speakers worldwide. Janet has two grown daughters, four grandchildren, learned the material in this book the hard way, and currently lives in Southern California.
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