From Difficult to Disturbed
Laurence Miller
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From Difficult to Disturbed
Published
2007
Publisher
AMACOM
Pages
256
ISBN-13
9780814416679
Description
How does an already busy manager deal with people whose personalities are difficult or even seriously disturbed? The answer lies in using practical psychology to understand just what it is that makes them tick, whether it's something as common as being introverted or extroverted.. or something much more serious. "From Difficult to Disturbed" helps readers become better managers by providing insight into both big and small people-problems that can seriously disrupt the workplace if they're not handled correctly. The book contains down-to-earth solutions for dealing with: Personality Types - including avoidant, dependent, histrionic, narcissistic, or antisocial workers; Common People Problems - such as unproductive, angry, uncooperative, or chronic problem employees; Mental Disorders - such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety and panic disorders, as well as alcohol and substance abuse. Every workplace is filled with a wide range of personalities. This book gives managers the insight, understanding, and tools they need to get the best from those who present the toughest problems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in From Difficult to Disturbed?
This edition of From Difficult to Disturbed has approximately 256 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read From Difficult to Disturbed?
For most readers, From Difficult to Disturbed typically takes between 5h 20m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of From Difficult to Disturbed?
The estimated word count for From Difficult to Disturbed is approximately 64,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of From Difficult to Disturbed?
From Difficult to Disturbed was written by Laurence Miller.
When was From Difficult to Disturbed published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.