What to Do If...? - by Anne-Maartje Oud

About the Book

Get answers to the most commonly asked 'what should I do if...' questions in the workplace with this comprehensive and informative book.

Book Synopsis

Have you every found yourself wondering how best to present yourself in a meeting? Or what you should do if you want to understand people's nonverbal cues? Are you unsure of how turn a challenging conversation into an opportunity? If so, you're not alone.

During Anne-Maartje Oud's two decades as a workplace behaviour specialist, she fielded countless questions from the people she trained. They all boiled down to the same thing: people wanted to know what to do in particular situations. What To Do If...? is a collection of the thirty-five questions that were asked most frequently in that time. By reading it, you can equip yourself to deal with many situations that you may not have even realised would be a challenge. For instance - what should you do with your hands during a presentation? Or if you want to become more approachable? What about if someone is crying? This book has all the answers.

What To Do If...? is divided into five sections, each of which has seven questions. With sections on personal development, communication, collaboration, leadership and difficult conversations, the book is packed with actionable advice and proven strategies to help readers navigate the challenges of work life with confidence and aplomb.

About the Author

Anne-Maartje Oud is founder and CEO of The Behaviour Company, an Amsterdam-based consultancy that customises personal development programmes for companies and organizations worldwide. She has worked with non-profit social organizations as well as some of the world's most prominent Fortune 500 companies. With over twenty years of experience, she is considered one of the world's leading experts in the field of workplace behaviour. She is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.