Recommended reading

Recommended reading

Looking for a support system that will help you on your way to saying ‘No!’ without turning a hair? It could be as close by as your nearest bookstore.
Dr Kevin Leman, author of Women Who Try Too Hard: Breaking the Pleaser Habits, says, ‘”The Pleasers” is no gimmick or cute label. It’s a way of life for many - if not most - women who live in a culture that subtly and not so subtly trains them to be the ones to keep everyone happy.’
Dr Harriet Breiker, author of The Disease to Please: Curing the People-Pleasing Syndrome, suggests that you count not just the personal pitfalls, but the professional payoff as well: ‘You’re dooming yourself to the ranks of middle management forever if you don’t stop trying to please everyone. Managers are responsible for implementing strategy, but leaders are the ones who create it. And when you’re a leader and a creator of strategy, you’ve got to be able to follow your vision without worrying about whether or not everyone likes you all the time.’