"The game of life has changed, so it's time to throw out the old rule book and start studying the new one! Dr. Phil's new book, Life Code: The New Rules for Winning in the Real World, tells you the ugly truth about the users, abusers, and other "bad guys" in life, and reveals the secrets of how they think and how they could exploit you. Dr. Phil explains the "Evil Eight," identifying characteristics that you should always look out for. Plus, don't miss the "Nefarious 15"--tactics from the Evil Eight's playbook you're going to want to know about! And, learn the "Sweet 16"--what successful people consistently do to win in the real world. Get ready to win big and be the star in your own life!"--Publisher description.

A behind-the-scenes introduction to the new "life code" -- The real world "bad guys": how to spot and defeat them. Life is a game : be a player or be played ; Who are these people? ; The "bad guys"/"BAITER" secret playbook ; A personal note from Dr. Phil to the BAITERs among us -- The new "life code" and rules for winning in the real world. Stop being a target ; Your new "life code" playbook ; Taking the mystery out of negotiation-- and negotiating the non-negotiable ; Parenting in the real world.