Managing Annoying People: 7 Proven Tactics to Maximize Team Performance
is this you?
- Your message isn’t spreading throughout the organization.
- You’re not getting the results you need from your team.
- You spend more time putting out fires than building new business.
- What once felt like a finely oiled machine now feels like it’s stuck.
If any of this sounds familiar, Managing Annoying People is the book for you.
why this book?
It doesn’t matter if you’re the boss, want to be the boss, or are currently annoying your boss—this book provides the insights you need to navigate workplace dynamics. With baby boomers managing millennials and pluralists while trying to stay inspired, managing annoyance is no longer optional—it’s essential.
And if you’re wondering why I’m qualified to write about this, the answer is simple: I’m annoying. Seriously. Plus, like you, I’ve managed—and been managed by—more annoying people than I can count.
what's inside?
This book tackles the highly charged, complex realities of today’s workplace, where clashing personalities, generational differences, and ethical concerns drain energy, zap productivity, and undermine morale.
- Learn to identify and label troubling dynamics in boss-subordinate relationships.
- Gain tools to course-correct and get your team back on track.
- Find witty, practical ways to do more with your time and resources while focusing on results.
Whether you’re a rookie manager or a C-suite veteran, Managing Annoying People delivers real solutions wrapped in humor, ensuring you end your day less irritated and more effective.
Take the first step toward transforming your workplace dynamics and getting your team—and yourself—back on track.
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POINT is a collection of witty, heartwarming, and occasionally gut-wrenching vignettes that follow a quirky woman in her 60s as she grapples with the habits and beliefs that keep her stuck. Set against the backdrop of modern life with glimpses into the past and future, this deeply relatable journey offers a mirror for anyone who’s ever felt trapped by their own choices—or lack thereof.
POINT invites readers to reflect on their own patterns, laugh at their quirks, and, perhaps, take the first step toward getting out of their own way. Whether you’re looking for an engaging story or a roadmap to personal growth, this book delivers both.
the story
The main character, a woman with a flair for overthinking and a heart full of longing, has spent her life seeking belonging and recognition. The harder she tries, the more these things elude her. Everyday interactions—whether at the grocery store, with family, or in her own mind—become battlegrounds for her outdated beliefs and automatic reactions.
Enter her best friend, a voice of reason and a cheerleader for change, who pushes her to rethink her approach to life. As she stumbles, overthinks, and occasionally triumphs, she begins to unravel the lies she’s told herself, confront the truths she’s ignored, and discover a new way of being.
Through this messy, poignant process, she learns to let go of her need for control, let the ghosts of her past rest, and finally embrace the peace of mind she’s been chasing.
the conflict
Life keeps throwing her curveballs—a difficult boss, a neighbor with too many opinions, or a friend who doesn’t respond the way she wants. These challenges force her to confront the internal systems that no longer work for her. When her usual methods of coping fail spectacularly, she has no choice but to face her feelings and learn to move through them instead of around them.
why read 'point'?
- Rich Character Arc: Watch as she evolves from self-sabotaging and stuck to empowered and at peace.
- Universal Themes: The struggle to belong, the quest for recognition, and the internal battle to break free from old patterns will resonate deeply with readers of all ages.
- Humor and Heart: Ilene Marcus’ signature wit and grace bring levity to even the heaviest moments, making this book as entertaining as it is enlightening.
early praise for 'point'
“Ilene Marcus’ rich, honest voice and unexpected plot twists tap into universal truths about human behavior that we so often hide from ourselves. She tackles the messy parts of life with humor and grace, holding up a mirror to our own struggles. Run—don’t walk—to read this timely and relatable book.”
Coming soon to Amazon and bookstores near you. Stay tuned!