On the Edge and In Control (McGraw-Hill, 1998)

Getting out of bed in the morning feels like stepping onto a racetrack. So much has changed—especially at work. Where are the secretaries? Typewriters are a thing of the past. Communicating with others isn’t so simple anymore. And when does work end, anyway?

Not only do we feel overwhelmed because of so many changes, there is also too much to do each day. It’s almost as if our lives are spinning out of control. We also feel confused because the assumptions and skills we relied on in the past seem ill suited for today’s heightened performance demands. On the Edge and In Control addresses these concerns and, more importantly, equips the reader to regain control. Using a new language, new skills, and a new attitude set, readers learn how to go beyond accomplishing to achieve, and in the process realize a high degree of personal satisfaction in both their personal and professional lives.

On the Edge and In Control teaches managers to articulate succinctly what they haven’t been able to in a way that is meaningful to their employees. It provides terminology and concepts compatible with today’s fiercely competitive business environment, where handholding is a thing of the past. For employees, On the Edge and In Control offers a system for looking to oneself to create a personal revolution against mediocrity.

Creative Relaxation: Turning Your Stress into Positive Energy (Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1979)

Stress: It's an inescapable part of life. Turning Your Stress into Positive Energy helps readers learn to identify their own personal stress signs and, most importantly, shows them how to turn stress into positive energy in order to:

Readers will learn to do this through the "Personal Quiet Time" method created by the author, a step-by-step method for unwinding and re-energizing on a daily basis. A practical, quick read that highlights daily situations that we all encounter, Creative Relaxation provides the reader with valuable insights so energies can be positively directed.

Gearing up for the Fast Lane: New Tools for Management (Random House, 1985)

Many leadership books fall short of providing the reader with a vision of how organizations operate, and the kinds of leadership tools compatible with those business environments. Gearing up for the Fast Lane equips managers with the skills necessary to meet the challenges of today's changing, fiercely competitive business arena by focusing on 16 unique leadership tools. The book also highlights findings from a national study of organizations developing or using technology to gain the competitive edge. Gearing up for the Fast Lane is an easy-to-read book that In Actionnstrates the quickest way to increase productivity, profits, and job satisfaction.  

The Official Criticism Manual: Perfecting the Art of Giving and Receiving Criticism (DB Publishing, 1991)

Acclaimed by the American Library Association as a major contribution to understanding the sensitive issue of criticism as it relates to interpersonal dynamics, both professionally and personally, The Official Criticism Manual is a must-read for anyone who has to communicate with others on a regular basis.

This practical desktop reference provides managers and team members with proven techniques and strategies for creating an environment where open communications prevail. Conveniently organized in a step-by-step format for quick and easy reference, this one-of-a-kind resource offers practical insights on: