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Assertiveness
A Positive Process
Authors: Christine Beels, Barrie Hopson & Mike Scally
Paperback 234 x 153mm 64pp £5.99 1-85252-125-2 1992
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Assertiveness means telling people what is wanted, needed or preferred in a clear and confident way. Positive assertiveness does not belittle those involved, nor does it threaten or put others down. This workbook outlines the skills which support positive assertiveness, distinguishing between assertive, aggressive and passive behaviour.
'Demystifies and makes accessible techniques and approaches which could be of significant value to many people' Training Officer
Price: £5.99
Communication
Time to Talk
Authors: Barrie Hopson & Mike Scally
Paperback 234 x 153mm 60pp £5.99 1-85252-105-8 1992
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International .
Without communication there would be no relationships. Sharing ideas, giving opinions, finding out key information, exploring needs, working out differences with others, and expressing feelings are examples of the kind of face-to-face communication which is essential if individuals are to be able to relate to, and work with, others.
Price: £5.99
Learn to Learn
Authors: Barrie Hopson, Jen Anderson, David Kibble
Paperback 234 x 153mm 128pp £5.99 1-85252-244-5 1998
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Many of the skills and techniques that go towards successful study can be learnt. This practical workbook helps readers to develop their study skills, from organising their materials, and planning the campaign, to memorising information, and structuring and analysing the information absorbed. It also includes invaluable guidance on essay and report- writing, with detailed advice on exam techniques which will help readers achieve the best possible results.
Price: £5.99
Relationships
A Question of Quality
Authors: Barrie Hopson & Mike Scally
Paperback 234 x 153mm 64pp £5.99 1-85252-191-0 1993
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Relationships are an essential part of life people need people! However, they do not simply happen. This workbook introduces skills and strategies that will help individuals develop even the most difficult relationships and make them work.
Price: £5.99
Stress, Health and Your Lifestyle
Author: John D Adams
Paperback 234 x 153mm 72pp £5.99 1-85252-196-l 1993
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Stress how much is enough, how does it manifest itself, and how can it be protected against? This book contains a series of questionnaires and exercises that will help individuals identify the current stressful areas of their life and create a realistic action plan to cope with it.
Price: £5.99
Time Management
Conquer the Clock
Authors: Barrie Hopson & Mike Scally
Paperback 234 x 153mm 72pp £5.99 1 -85252-115-5 1992
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Time management is about recognising time limits, setting priorities and objectives and then ensuring they are achieved. This book will help individuals to use their time efficiently and effectively and, where necessary, re-arrange their priorities to achieve what they want and need to do.
Price: £5.99
Transitions
The Challenge of Change
Authors: Barrie Hopson, Mike Scally & Kevin Stafford
Paperback 234 x 153mm 60pp £5.99 1-85252-120-1 1992
Part of the Personal Development Series commissioned and produced by Lifeskills International.
Though an inevitable part of development, change can often be difficult or stressful to deal with. Modern life is characterised by the need to change even faster and more frequently, whether through relocation, unemployment, retraining or marriage. Transitions shows the benefits of change and will help individuals to manage it positively by establishing a pattern to follow.
'Self-test checklists and questionnaires abound in this open learning guide to self-development. It offers advice on recognising, understanding, adapting to and welcoming change.' Training Technology
Price: £5.99
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