The funny and practical guide on how succeed when everything goes wrong from the Sunday Times
bestselling author of Surrounded by Idiots . Not everything goes the way we want it to - the
world or people around us sometimes just spin out of control. So how do you handle everything
life throws your way when you'd really prefer to tell everyone to get stuffed? In his
uplifting and inspiring behavioural expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson helps you
turn challenges into opportunities and failure into growth. Drawing on the four-colour model
that has inspired millions Erikson shows you how to: Regain control when life feels chaotic
Replace frustration with problem-solving focus Build resilience through self-awareness and
perspective Turn adversity into lasting success Warm witty and full of real-world
wisdom Surrounded by Setbacks reminds you that success isn't about avoiding problems it's
about learning to handle them with courage and confidence. Praise for Surrounded by Setbacks
and Thomas Erikson: ' Outstanding . . . Erikson impresses with his trademark facility for
making research-based discussions accessible and entertaining '? Publishers Weekly 'A good
resource for understanding how different personalities communicate and deal with feedback...
Everyone should read [it] ' Business Insider ' Equal parts logical emotionally astute and
gut-wrenchingly funny...Buy it! ' Jim McPartlin author of The Enneagram at Work ' Everyone
can benefit from this book ' Booklist ' Life changing ' 5-star reader review 'Has enabled
better communication with my peers and colleagues as well as my family.' 5-star reader review
' Clear insightful easy to read book with plenty [of] practical advice ' 5-star reader review
' A must-read to guide you on understanding yourself and others' 5-star reader review
