Nice guys can get the corner office : eight strategies for winning in business without being a jerk / Russ C. Edelman, Timothy R. Hiltabiddle, Charles C. Manz.
Self-awareness: know your strengths and weaknesses -- Speak up: learn to express your opinions and be heard -- Set boundaries: set them and respect them -- Confront: address issues directly and without fear -- Choose: make choices wihout guilt -- Expect results: learn to hold others and yourself accountable -- Be bold: reach beyond your comfort zone -- Win: compete and succeed.