
Sizing People Up
A Veteran FBI Agent's User Manual for Behavior Prediction
$46.83
- Hardcover
272 pages
- Release Date
21 January 2020
Summary
A former FBI agent shares his simple but powerful toolkit for assessing who you can trust–and who you can’t.
After two decades as a behavior analyst in the FBI, Robin Dreeke knows a thing or two about sizing people up. He’s navigated complex situations that range from handling Russian spies to navigating the internal politics at the Bureau. Through that experience, he was forced to develop a knack for reading people–their intentions, their capabilities, their desires and their fears.<…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780525540434 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0525540431 |
| Author: | Robin Dreeke, Cameron Stauth |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Portfolio |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 21 January 2020 |
| Weight: | 452g |
| Dimensions: | 228mm x 152mm |
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Critics Review
“An indispensable contribution to the field from a master practitioner. If your work would benefit from knowing what people will do next, this book is your new must-have.” –Joe Navarro, author of What Every Body Is Saying “Dreeke’s to-the-point style, humility, and occasional flashes of humor make for an enjoyable and illuminating work.” –Publishers Weekly “I have known Robin for over a decade and I still learn things from him that amaze me. This new work is his best. It has gripping stories, actionable tips and is a wonderful read.” –Christopher Hadnagy, author of Social Engineering “Knowing how to read people is an essential skill everyone should have in their arsenal. Robin Dreeke is your guide to spotting discrepancies and protecting yourself. He gives you a simple, but powerful system you can use in all of your relationships.” –Vanessa Van Edwards, author of Captivate “The definitive framework for spotting who you can trust—and who you can’t.” –Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street “This book is a super practical guide to building the strong, trusting relationships you need to lead a team, start a business, or raise a family. Two huge likeable thumbs up from me for this must-read!” –Dave Kerpen, author of The Art of People “Sizing People Up is the best class on human behavior that you never got. This book is a marriage of a deep, data-driven understanding of human nature and practical, results-driven advice. It’s book-smart meets street-smart. And it’s a whole lot of fun, too.” –Jay Phelan, co-author of Mean Genes “Whether you’re on your way up the ladder of success, or already there, the information and tools in this book will help you navigate through business relationships, forge win-win alliances and achieve your short and long term goals.” –David Shaw, President & Founder, Quantum Health“The illustrative anecdotes buried inside the instruction are exciting and insightful, and will attract thriller fans.”-Nashville Ledger and Rushville Republican
About The Author
Robin Dreeke
Robin Dreeke entered federal law enforcement in 1997, after graduating from the US Naval Academy and serving in the US Marine Corps. He received advanced training and operational experience in social psychology and in the practical application of the science of relationship development. Eventually he rose to direct the behavioral analysis program in a federal law enforcement agency. Dreeke recently retired as an agent of the FBI. He is the author of It’s Not All About “Me.”
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