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How to Be Happy at Work
The Power of Purpose, Hope, and Friendship
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Life's too short to be unhappy at work But it's work McKee's research reveals that there are three essential elements that people must have in order to be happy at work: A sense of purpose and the chance to contribute to something bigger than themselves; A vision that is powerful and personal, creating a real sense of hope; and
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Life's too short to be unhappy at work
"I'm working harder than I ever have, and I don't know if it's worth it anymore." If you're a manager or leader in today's high-speed, high-stress economy, these words have probably run through your mind, maybe more than once. Many people in management positions are feeling fed up, burned out, and unhappy at work: the constant pressure and stress, the unending changes, the politics... People are feeling they can't give much more, and their performance is suffering.
But it's work, after all, right? Should we even expect to be fulfilled and happy at work? Annie McKee answers with a definitive yes. She makes the most compelling case yet that happiness—and the full engagement that comes with it—is more important than ever in today's workplace. Based on extensive research and decades of experience with leaders, this book sheds new light on the powerful relationship of happiness to individual, team, and organisational success.
McKee's research reveals that there are three essential elements that people must have in order to be happy at work:
- A sense of purpose and the chance to contribute to something bigger than themselves;
- A vision that is powerful and personal, creating a real sense of hope; and
- Resonant, friendly relationships.
The book is organised around these essential elements and shows how leaders can create and sustain them in the face of ongoing stress and pressure, as well as how to create a healthy, positive climate for their teams and other groups within their companies. How to Be Happy at Work will transform and enrich our understanding of what it means to be happy at work, and it will provide clear, practical advice and instruction for how to achieve this.
Series: Harvard Business Review Book Series
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How to Be Happy at Work
Life's too short to be unhappy at work "I'm working harder than I ever have, and I don't know if it's worth it anymore." If you're a manager or leader in today's high-speed, high-stress economy, these words have probably run through your mind, maybe more than once. Many people in management positions are feeling fed up, burned out, and unhappy...Paperback$4600Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
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Reviews of How to Be Happy at Work by Annie McKee highlight practical guidance for achieving happiness and engagement at work. McKee is praised for advising how to reshape perceptions of one's job, emphasizing the importance of purpose, personal vision, and meaningful relationships. The book is deemed essential for those looking to find fulfilment and address workplace challenges, offering strategies that apply across various business environments.
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ISBN: 9781633696808
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 September 2018
Country: United States
Imprint: Harvard Business Review Press
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Annie McKee is an advisor to leaders of Fortune 500 companies, governments, and NGOs around the globe. She is a Senior Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education and a coauthor of the bestseller Primal Leadership with Daniel Goleman and Richard Boyatzis, Resonant Leadership with Richard Boyatzis, and Becoming a Resonant Leader with Richard Boyatzis and Frances Johnston.
Author social media/website info: teleosleaders.com/; pennclo.com/; linkedin.com/in/annie-mckee-6657494; twitter.com/anniemckee
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