Jan Yager Libri

This journal serves as a dedicated space to track important birthdays throughout the year, featuring an introduction to birthday celebration traditions and a guide to birthstones and flowers for thoughtful gift-giving. It includes sections to record sent and received birthday cards or presents, lined pages for personal reflections, and a designated area for birthday photos. Enhanced with color illustrations by Jan Yager, it makes for an ideal gift or a personal keepsake to organize cherished birthday memories.

"Written for self-published book authors as well as commercially published authors who want to participate in promoting their own book, How to Promote Your Book guides the reader through every aspect of promotion, including creating sales sheets, press releases, and press kits; obtaining blurbs and reviews; getting coverage from both traditional and Internet-based media; getting speaking engagements; using social media; attending and exhibiting at book fairs and trade shows; and more"-- Provided by publisher

The unraveling friendship between two married couples takes a dark turn when one wife seduces a stranger, leading to a web of blackmail, betrayal, and murder. As tensions rise, the couples find themselves facing threats from unexpected sources, intensifying the suspense and danger in their lives.

The story follows psychologist Dr. Emily Taylor, who appears to lead a perfect life until a talk show interview triggers a downward spiral into compulsive overeating. As her weight escalates, she confronts the deeper issues behind her behavior, offering a poignant exploration of self-acceptance and the complexities of success. Jan Yager's uplifting narrative delves into the emotional struggles surrounding weight and body image, encouraging readers to reflect on their own challenges and perceptions regarding these issues.

Focusing on practical skills, this guide offers comprehensive insights for both novice and experienced speakers. It covers essential topics such as speech preparation, delivery techniques, and specific protocols for various speaking engagements, including TV appearances. Readers will discover strategies for different speech formats, learn the secrets of successful speakers, and receive guidance on handling challenging situations. Additional resources include references, sample surveys, and evaluations to enhance the speaking experience.

Focusing on the importance of building productive business relationships, this guide offers practical strategies for success across various work environments, including corporations, small businesses, and freelancing. Authored by Jan Yager, Ph.D., who draws on her experiences with notable figures, the book includes insights from original interviews and observations. It addresses how to identify and manage difficult personalities and enhances social media usage for professional growth. Additional resources such as a bibliography and index are included for further exploration.

Exploring the multifaceted nature of friendship, this study delves into its significance across various relationships, including those among children and within marriages. It examines how friendships begin, endure, and the key factors that predict their longevity. The author shares insights on applying friendship principles to enhance other relationships, complemented by an index, illustrations, charts, and self-quizzes to deepen understanding.

Focusing on time management, the book offers strategies to enhance efficiency in an increasingly demanding work environment. Readers will discover key techniques to control their time, manage distractions, and eliminate common time wasters such as procrastination and over-scheduling. It also addresses the importance of mastering office dynamics and cultural factors to optimize productivity. With practical insights and actionable advice, this guide aims to help individuals navigate their professional lives more effectively.

Building on two decades of original research into workplace issues and friendship patterns, sociologist and consultant Dr. Jan Yager offers insights into how to succeed by mastering workplace relationships. Based on an international survey of 400 men and women and over 100 interviews, Yager discovered a relationship unique to the workplace and business. She calls it a workship--more connected than an acquaintance but not as intimate as a friend. Workships, especially positive ones, help work to be more productive and more fun. Yager is also the author of Business Protocol, When Friendship Hurts, and Friendshifts, translated into 10 languages, among other titles. Best-selling author Don Gabor, praising Yager's book, writes: "Who's That Sitting at My Desk? is the best researched and most useful book on getting along with friends and foes at work that I've ever read. Don't go to work without it!" Bibliography, resources, and index.