Human Behavior

Brian Tracy, one of the top professional speakers and sales trainers in the world today, found that his most important breakthrough in selling was the discovery that it is the "Psychology of Selling" that is more important than the techniques and methods of selling.

The topic of security culture is mysterious and confusing to most leaders. But it doesn't have to be. In The Security Culture Playbook, Perry Carpenter and Kai Roer deliver experience-driven, actionable insights into how to transform your organization's security culture and reduce human risk at every level. This book exposes the gaps in how organizations have traditionally approached human risk, and it provides security and business executives with the necessary information and tools needed to understand, measure, and improve facets of security culture across the organization.

"The Siren Effect: The Power of Music on Human Emotions and Behavior" is a thought-provoking exploration of the ways in which music can impact our lives. This book delves deep into the emotional and psychological effects of music, ranging from the soothing and healing powers of music therapy to the intense and seductive effects of music on sexual behavior. Drawing on scientific research, real-life case studies, and expert analysis, this book reveals the ways in which music can impact our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in profound ways. It explores how music can influence our mood, ...

Psychology for Dummies takes you on the challenging and thrilling adventure into the astonishing science of why we do the things we do. Along the way you'll find out how psychology helps us improve our relationships, make better decisions, be more effective in our careers, and avoid stress and mental illness in difficult times.

Originally published in Swedish in 2014 as Omgiven Av Idioter, Erikon’s Surrounded by Idiots is already an international phenomenon, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide, of which over 750,000 copies have been sold in Sweden alone.

If keeping employees is a challenge for you, Never Lose an Employee Again offers a proven framework for increasing retention, engagement, and in the process, profits. Joey Coleman, one of the world's leading experts on employee experience, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to recruit top talent, bring them onboard successfully, and keep them engaged while they produce remarkable results for years to come.

People act in ways that do not reflect their underlying traits or motives, and this can easily lead you astray. Applied topics can help you achieve wellness and far greater relationships across the board. If you have ever wondered how to accomplish this, then this is the book for you. This book holds ample information on fundamental psychology. Here are relevant aspects that introduce you to a framework and overview of major concepts and techniques that are relevant to the individual. This can help you attain good performance in personal satisfaction.

In The Righteous Mind, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores the origins of our divisions and points the way forward to mutual understanding. His starting point is moral intuition - the nearly instantaneous perceptions we all have about other people and the things they do. These intuitions feel like self-evident truths, making us righteously certain that those who see things differently are wrong. Haidt shows us how these intuitions differ across cultures, including the cultures of the political left and right.

A stunning new approach to how individuals can not only change their lives for the better in the workplace, but also their lives away from the office, including (but not limited to) finding ways to improve one's working relationship with others, one's overall health, outlook on life, and so on. For example, why is it that 95% of all diet attempts fail? Why do New Year's Resolutions last no more than a few days? Why can't people with good intentions seem to make consistent and positive strides in the way they want to improve their careers, financial fitness, physical fitness, and so on?

"What an asshole!" How many times have you said that about someone at work? You're not alone! In this groundbreaking book, Stanford University professor Robert I. Sutton builds on his acclaimed Harvard Business Review article to show you the best ways to deal with assholes...and why they can be so destructive to your company.

In Mike Nichols' extraordinary film, The Graduate, Anne Bancroft's Oscar-nominated performance as Mrs. Robinson added that character's name to our emotional vocabulary. As the older woman in Dustin Hoffman's life, Bancroft epitomized a phenomenon, at once seductive and predatory. Women like Mrs. Robinson have always been with us. Nowadays they call them Cougars. John Warren Wells spotted the phenomenon early on, and presents revealing interviews with 11 women who fit the job description with a purr and a growl. Here are four of them: MELANIE—One younger man was not enough. She could take ...

Violence and the Sacred is Rene Girard's landmark study of human evil. Here Girard explores violence as it is represented and occurs throughout history, literature, and myth. Girard's forceful and thought-provoking analyses of Biblical narrative, Greek tragedy, and the lynchings and pogroms propagated by contemporary states illustrate his central argument that violence belongs to everyone and is at the heart of the sacred.

In a world dominated by scale and technology, smaller community-based financial institutions, like credit unions, have the chance to serve more people (and serve them better) by making banking more human. This book presents a way forward that places banking on a human scale.

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 ...

From Personal Renewal to Workplace Revolution Are you ready for a life-changing journey? Discover the unexpected connection between personal fulfillment and professional success in Erin (Henry) Rastikis' inspirational romantic comedy, "Book of YES." Through her own transformation, Rastikis reveals the power of healthy relationships in revolutionizing workplace culture.

Sheena Iyengar asks the difficult questions about how and why we choose: Is the desire for choice innate or bound by culture? Why do we sometimes choose against our best interests? How much control do we really have over what we choose? Sheena Iyengar's award-winning research reveals that the answers are surprising and profound.

In Forbidden Psychology 101, you’ll learn the forbidden, secret psychological techniques that will turn your life upside down, and there won’t be any obstacles preventing you from gaining the respect and freedom you want and deserve.

Are you tired of Gambling with your Business Insurance where the Insurance Company seems to always win? Are you frustrated with the broken insurance agent bidding process and unpredictable premium rates? As a successful business owner, you deserve to be in control of your insurance and, ultimately, your bottom line. Discover the winning strategies of the most successful business owners in David R Leng's book, The 10 Laws of Insurance Attraction. With 35+ years of experience, David reveals the secrets to reducing insurance premiums and taking control of your insurance program. In this book, ...

You hold in your hand a great secret of success which will entail you about knowing people and their aspects in the best manner. This book ‘Dark Psychology- The Secret of Manipulation’ has explained everything in detail as to what is dark psychology, how people use it in daily life to influence you. By reading this book, you will learn numerous things about analyzing people, reading them, controlling your mind and how to stay away from manipulators. While reading this book you will understand that there are unique traits of manipulators, their signs which you should know and aware of, ...

Beyond Barks: The Art of Canine Telepathy for Dog Lovers, 2nd Edition Ever felt like your dog just knows what you’re thinking? Like they’re picking up on your thoughts, emotions, and maybe even your dinner plans? You’re not alone! Beyond Barks dives into the quirky, heartwarming, and sometimes mind-boggling world of dog-human connection. Packed with fresh insights, real-life anecdotes, and hands-on exercises, this second edition is your guide to unlocking that mysterious “sixth sense” that makes your dog more than a pet—and a whole lot closer to a partner. Whether you’re a K9 ...