Human Behavior

The most powerful psychological tactics are being used against you—right now. Are you ready to take back control?

Broken promises, missed deadlines, poor behavior - they don't just make others' lives miserable; they can sap up to 50 percent of organizational performance and account for the vast majority of divorces. Crucial Accountability offers the tools for improving relationships in the workplace and in life and for resolving all these problems - permanently.

The book that revolutionized business communications has been updated for today's workplace. Crucial Conversations provides powerful skills to ensure every conversation - especially difficult ones - leads to the results you want. Written in an engaging and witty style, it teaches listeners how to be persuasive rather than abrasive, how to get back to productive dialogue when others blow up or clam up, and it offers powerful skills for mastering high-stakes conversations, regardless of the topic or person.

In Get People to Do What You Want, you'll find the practical answers to these questions and in the process, discover how to win people over. You will gain an upper hand in your interaction with others that translates into higher starting salaries, greater productivity, and better relationships in which you are never the victim. You'll learn about: one-on-one interaction, group dynamics, the projection of leadership, instinctual trust and mistrust of others, and other elements of human behavior that must be understood to win people over for more than a few moments.

Master the Art of Connection with The Science of Reading Unlock the secrets to understanding people on a whole new level. The Science of Reading is your ultimate guide to the timeless craft of reading others—whether for entertainment, personal growth, or creating meaningful connections. This book weaves together psychology, observation, and storytelling into an engaging, practical exploration of how to decode human behavior. From understanding personality types and generational influences to mastering advanced techniques like layering observations and emotional resonance, this ...

Explore the fascinating world of Neanderthals and their profound impact on human language evolution in "Ancient Whispers." This comprehensive ebook delves into the lives of our closest extinct relatives, examining their communication methods, social structures, and cognitive abilities. From the latest genetic discoveries to the intricate artifacts they left behind, "Ancient Whispers" provides a detailed look at how Neanderthal communication has shaped modern human language. Discover how Neanderthals adapted to diverse environments across Europe and Asia, their sophisticated tool-making ...

Yale professor Marissa King shows how anyone can build more meaningful and productive relationships based on insights from neuroscience, psychology, and network analytics. Conventional wisdom says it's the size of your network that matters, but social science research has proven there is more to it. King explains that the quality and structure of our relationships has the greatest impact on our personal and professional lives.

Curious about psychology? This guide turns your interest into life-changing power. If you’re fascinated by the human mind—eager to unravel why we tick and how to harness that knowledge—this narrative guide is your gateway to transformation. Mind Matters: Why Studying Psychology Changes Everything isn’t a stuffy textbook—it’s a gripping journey through the mind, blending one man’s battle with anxiety into a roadmap for you, the psychology enthusiast. Who This Is For You, if you’re hooked on psychology podcasts, articles, or X threads—hungry to dive deeper. You, if you’re ...

Ambika Kamath and Melina Packer reveal how scientists studying animal behavior have long projected human norms and values onto animals while seeking to understand them. When scientific studies conclude that these norms and values are natural in animals, it makes it easier to think of them as natural in humans too. And because scientists, historically and to this day, largely belong to elite, powerful segments of society, the norms and values embedded into animal behavior science match those of the already powerful.

For centuries, economics was dominated by the idea that we are rational individuals who optimize our own “utility”. Then, in the 1970s, psychologists demonstrated that the reality is a lot messier. We don’t really know what our utility is, and we care about people other than ourselves. We are susceptible to external nudges. And far from being perfectly rational, we are prone to “cognitive biases” with complex effects on decision-making, such as forgetting to prepare for retirement.

Written by Daniel Nettle - author of the popular book Happiness - this brief volume takes the listener on an exhilarating tour of what modern science can tell us about human personality. Revealing that our personalities stem from our biological makeup, Nettle looks at the latest findings from genetics and brain science, and considers the evolutionary origins and consequences of different personalities. The heart of the book sheds light on the "big five": Extraversion, Neuroticism, Conscientious, Agreeableness, and Openness.

In Bring Your Human to Work, Erica Keswin laid down the rules and protocols of a human workplace. Now, in Rituals Roadmap, she shows us how to further employee engagement, explaining that workplace rituals foster a sense of belonging and help workers connect with one another and their work.

Living under a rock can sometimes provide comfort and safety, but the reality is that Earth is one giant ecosystem. Despite the small amount of protection that your rock may offer, the real world will always make its way in. A proactive approach to disease globally is necessary from an epidemiological standpoint, but this still isn't happening in regions outside of first-world nations and Western countries as a result of miserly behavior, poor enforcement of regulations, and weak governments, specifically in China, i.e., the Chinese Communist Party. Chinese hygiene really isn't hygienic as ...

Over the past few years, Brianna Wiest has gained renown for her deeply moving, philosophical writing. This new compilation of her published work features pieces on why you should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way you see your life. Some of these pieces have never been seen; others have been read by millions of people around the world. Regardless, each will leave you thinking: This idea changed my life.

Most people traditionally train only the conventional aspects of their abilities, they focus on the technical skills of a task. However there is another layer, an emotional and behavioral set of factors which can really make the biggest impact on the results you can achieve. That is where neuro-linguistic programming comes in. NLP techniques are designed to help you tap into those top level mindsets when required. But most people aren't equipped with the right strategies or outlook on NLP to really make it work.

There have been few darker days in American history than January 6, 2021. There have been few darker periods than the eight years following June 15, 2015, when Donald Trump descended the golden escalator in Trump Tower to announce his candidacy for the presidency of the United States. There have been few periods as precarious, as the nation’s internal stability and international standing took hit after hit; few as demoralizing, as our national and international response to a deadly pandemic was bungled and hundreds of thousands died; few as divisive, as an already deeply polarized ...

Columbia Business School professor Sandra Matz reveals in fascinating detail how big data offers insights into the most intimate aspects of our psyches and how these insights empower an external influence over the choices we make. This can be creepy, manipulative, and downright harmful, with scandals like that of British consulting firm Cambridge Analytica being merely the tip of the iceberg.

Human nature has fascinated philosophers, scientists, and thinkers throughout history. What drives us to form relationships, compete for resources, create art, wage war, and show compassion? Why do we laugh, cry, love, and fear in remarkably similar ways across cultures and continents? These questions touch the very core of what it means to be human.

What Weird People Like You Do: A Collection of Disturbingly Curious Quirks Embrace the strange, the bizarre, and the downright peculiar. What Weird People Like You Do takes you on a wild journey through the hidden side of human nature—where quirks, oddities, and the unexpected reign supreme. From strange collections to eccentric habits, this book dives into the wonderfully weird things people do behind closed doors and in public spectacle. It’s more than just a book of facts—it’s a celebration of individuality and the quirks that make life interesting. Whether you’re fascinated by...

Finally, the scientific answer to the internet's most hotly debated question! Could 100 average men defeat a single gorilla in combat? This seemingly absurd hypothetical has sparked millions of online debates, heated arguments, and countless memes across social media platforms worldwide. Now, for the first time, we're approaching this question with genuine scientific rigor. What You'll Discover: Evolutionary Analysis - How humans and gorillas developed completely different survival strategies over millions of years Physical Capabilities Breakdown - Detailed comparison of strength, endurance...