The Book
There's a fine line between house guest and house pest, your best friend and your worst enemy, and it's important to know when those relationships have passed the point of no return. These platonic relationships are significant, often taking up more time both literally and emotionally, than romantic ones. So what happens when the honeymoon is over and these relationships turn sour? We've been given an arsenal of advice to help navigate the romantic break up, and yet, no one has told us how to break up with those other people in our lives - until now!
Delivering a mix of humor and prescriptive advice, Jodyne Speyer has arrived to put us out of our misery, and teach us how to speak up, once and for all. Dump 'Em gives us all the tools to recognize and end unwanted relationships, guiding us with humor and insight every step of the way - from recognizing the warning signs of when a break up is in order, to what to say (and what not to say) when the dumping gets tough. It teaches us to conquer our fear of confrontation, and master the art of the tactful, peaceful and permanent break up.
Each chapter of Dump 'Em features useful facts, tips, and anecdotes, and includes Q & A's with experts such as trainer Bob Harper from "The Biggest Loser", funny man Adam Carolla, high profile attorney Thomas Mesereau (who represented Michael Jackson and Robert Blake) and everyone's favorite houseguest, Kato Kaelin.
Blurbs
"Dump ‘Em is not just funny, it’s practical. Jodyne Speyer has figured out a way to sever the ties that so many of us would rather miserably live with forever.”
— Sarah Silverman, comedienne
"This book is so funny and smart and savvy I dumped my wife! And I love my wife. I might have blown it."
–– Greg Behrendt, author of He's Just Not That Into You
“Dump “Em is MY guidebook to getting rid of people.”
–– Fran Drescher, actress
"A funny and practical guide to getting the people in your life out of your life."
–– Jimmy Kimmel, television host, Jimmy Kimmel Live
"This book tells how to “dump ‘em” – politely. Jodyne Speyer’s engaging real-life stories emphasize the importance of being respectful when breaking ties. Her steps include ways to be fair and appreciative – no matter what. Readers will learn to handle those awkward farewells with consideration and tact."
–– Peggy Post, director of The Emily Post Institute and author of Emily Post's Etiquette, 17th edition, and Excuse Me, But I Was Next....
"Jodyne Speyer's Dump 'Em is surprising, practical and funny. Or would be had it not reminded me of the wonderful time Jodyne and I had together before, well, the dumping."
–– Jon Hamm, actor Mad Men
Reviews
"Interweaving personal stories, practical tools, and scripts, TV writer Speyer assists readers in divesting themselves of bad relationships, romantic, familial, and otherwise. For each problematic person, Speyer delivers a scenario, a lesson she's learned in that situation, advice for laying the groundwork, and the steps and scripts to use when letting someone go. The book tackles a difficult subject in a humorous, practical, and helpful manner.”
*Highly recommended
“Rather than slinking away or grinning and bearing it, Speyer advocates a grab-the-bull-by-the-horns approach to breaking free from the toxic relationships that can develop where you least expect them.”