This book is downright entertaining considering its message: We tell ourselves stories to make not honoring our commitments and 'best selves' okay. When we slide on our internal promises we suffer, so we tell ourselves it's someone else's fault, or not that bad...All told in the context of a job interview, it makes this eternal truth very easy to swallow and the possibility of rising to the occasion possible.
"First Break All the Rules"This one broke the mold on a common business practice: trying to improve your employees' weaknesses or cross-training in an attempt to make people 'well rounded' (which ultimately leads to mediocrity).
What to do instead? Hire people with the gifts and talents you need and let them run with them!! Take someone who is really good at something and then make them GREAT at it.
"What Type Am I?"Do you know your Myers-Brigg's type? Come on! It's a must-know when it comes to dealing with stress. Okay, here's a site that let's you take the test for FREE...
MBTI Type Test
Already know your type? This book will enlighten you even further on how you tick, make decisions, the kind of companion you are and much more.
"When I Say NO I Feel Guilty"Who doesn't from time to time? This book shows you why it's okay and how to do it while maintaining your key relationships.
"Don't Be Nice, Be Real"The title sounds mean, right? But the contents are true compassion. Learn how to be honest, but kind. Say what's important to you and really SEE the person you are saying it to. There is no reason to tell a white lie or do something you don't want to...not when your goal is authentic interaction and trust-filled relationships.
"People Skills"Want to know HOW to actively listen? How 'bout getting someone to solve their own problems? This is the guy who INVENTED it. "Conflict stems from our irresistible need to be right." Dr. Bolten said that. Who's he? The author! Read it and your interactions with others will NEVER be the same (and that's a good thing!)
"Emotional Intelligence"Emotional Intelligence is THE indicator of workplace success. It's not diplomas, years of experience, or IQ. It's EI. How to get your EI higher? It's possible...but ya gotta read the book!
From Daniel Goleman : "An inability to notice our true feelings leaves us at their mercy. People with greater certainty about their feelings are better pilots of their lives, having a surer sense...about personal decisions from whom to marry to what job to take."
Here's a great site with TONS of Emotional Intelligence information if you'd like to learn as much as possible on this important topic!
Emotional Intelligence Education
But wait...there's more....
Ready for radical? These books will end your stress and show you how to enjoy your career. Your mind will never be the same!
What does the Law of Attraction have to do with work stress??
The Law of Attraction is ALWAYS at work. WHAT you think and HOW you think is what you will get. Don't like the results you're getting? Then you can change them. That's The Secret....
The Moses Code is the follow-up to 'The Secret' for those who have already experienced the power of LOA. It's the ultimate version of "What You Give, You Get Back." This is inspiring, mind-changing stuff. You simply can't read this and NOT be moved to make a difference. What are you waiting for?
'The Missing Secret' cleans and clears out all those nagging, negative thoughts that fill our minds all day. If you follow "The Secret" or other Law of Attraction models and are not seeing consistent results, this program is for you.
I like Joe Vitale. He's discovered some wonderful tools for living a more stress-free life and I'm glad he's sharing it with the rest of us.
Byron Katie changed my mind and that changed my life. Her work is awe-inspiring. Oprah finally found her (what took you so long??) and their interview can be heard on Oprah's radio program. Katie is making such a difference. Don't miss her wonderful work.
From Oprah's site: She's a speaker and author who aims to teach people how to end their own suffering. Byron Katie talks with Oprah about her inquiry process called "The Work," which she says can turn your life around—all by answering four powerful questions.
Have a commute to work? Then use the time VERY wisely with these audio/CD suggestions:Eckhart Tolle...who is that?? Really? This man has changed the world, one reader (or listener) at a time. He and Oprah have teamed up and are making us all peaceful and ego-aware. Stress doesn't have a chance!
Tony Robbins and "The Edge" are what take me to work most mornings. He's engaging, informative and motivating. He knows you're worried that these CDs are another solution that isn't going to work...we've all been there...but his stuff is powerful, effective and GUARANTEED. So don't worry. Use your drive time wisely!
Here are some of my book suggestions listed above, also on audio:
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