Book description
Surrounded by Idiots - A Playful Blueprint for Everyday Communication
Thomas Erikson's Surrounded by Idiots turns the frustrating experience of miscommunication into a surprisingly light-hearted adventure. By breaking people down into four simple colors-Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow-Erikson gives readers an immediately graspable map that feels less like a rigid personality test and more like a handy cheat sheet for daily interactions.
What makes this book stand out is its blend of practicality and humor. The author doesn't just label; he shows how to talk to each type. If you're dealing with a fiery Red who thrives on results, the guide tells you to keep conversations brisk and goal-oriented. For a calm Blue who values precision, it suggests backing up your points with data and clarity. Green's need for harmony means you should highlight collaboration, while Yellow's enthusiasm is best nurtured by open, energetic dialogue.
Erikson's writing style is conversational and engaging. He pepperes anecdotes-his own "surrounded-by-idiots" meeting with a successful entrepreneur-and real-world scenarios that feel instantly relatable. The book is littered with practical tips: body-language cues to read the room, tricks for crafting emails that land, and signals telling you when to step back or push forward. It's this mix of "aha!" insights and "oh no!" revelations that keeps the reader hooked.
Beyond just improving workplace dynamics, the book offers a mirror for self-reflection. By understanding your own color tendencies, you can adjust how you communicate with others-leading to less frustration, more cooperation, and even stronger relationships at home. Erikson also tackles conflict management, giving readers confidence to handle disagreements without escalating tension.
With over 1.5 million copies sold worldwide, Surrounded by Idiots has clearly struck a chord. It's not just a self-help manual; it's a practical playbook that transforms the chaos of everyday conversations into clear, purposeful exchanges. Whether you're a manager trying to rally a team or someone who simply wants to connect more effectively with friends and family, this book offers a fresh perspective-and a few laughs-along the way.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience