Summary:
Are you new to Neuro Linguistic Programming, one of the most fascinating and most powerful forms of applied psychology today? Do you want a better understanding of what makes you and others tick? Are you seeking clearer goals, more effective communication and better relationships?

Teach Yourself NLP, which has already sold over 30,000 copies in its first edition, gives you straightforward access to understanding Neuro Linguistic Programming and helps you to put the ideas and techniques into practice in your personal and professional life, both in your behaviour and in your important relationships.

Exercises, activities, case studies, anecdotes and quizzes are used to bring each area to life. Business-related applications will be evident throughout, and the book is relevant for anyone seeking a solid grounding in NLP.

New to this edition are fascinating perspectives from leading NLP practitioners. A completely new chapter 'NLP in Action' gives readers an overview of practical applications of NLP, featuring profiles and interviews with people involved in those disciplines, including NLP in Sports, Education, Leadership, Selling, Health, Relationships and Personal Development.

• Practical and straightforward - not a theoretical manual or "guru" publishing.
• Exercises, activities and case studies illustrate each area in a real-world context.
• Ideal for people who have newly discovered the concept of NLP and are seeking better knowledge of the subject.
• Fully updated to include fascinating insights from leading practitioners and focused analysis of the practical aspects of NLP in all aspects of life
• Over 30,000 copies sold in its first edition since April 2004

Table of Contents:
Introduction
1. What is NLP?
2. The foundations of NLP
3. What do you want? - Well-formed outcomes
4. Values and beliefs
5. Representation systems
6. Perceptual filters
7. Connecting with others
8. Getting a new perspective
9. Sub-modalities
10. The importance of language
11. Symbolic thinking
12. Anchors
13. Strategies
14. Modelling
15. Timelines
16. Parts
17. Change patterns and techniques
18. Putting it into practice
19. NLP in action
Glossary
Taking it further

About the Author(s):
Amanda Vickers and Steve Bavister. Amanda is a Director of Speak First, a training and coaching consultancy that specialises in Presentation Skills and Personal Impact. Steve is a director of Infinite Potential, a training and coaching consultancy specialising in all aspects of communication.

Readership:
Anyone interested in but new to NLP or who wants to find ways of enhancing their career or personal development. Also psychology students.