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The Happiness Advantage
How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life
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Subtitle in hardcover printing: The seven principles of positive psychology that fuel success and performance at work.
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INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • An engaging, deeply researched guide to flourishing in a world of increasing stress and negativity—the inspiration for one of the most popular TED Talks of all time.
The Happiness Advantage is a captivating exploration of how we can harness the transformative power of happiness to improve every aspect of our lives. Author Shawn Achor draws from extensive research and studies, including one of the largest ever conducted on happiness, to reveal that our success hinges not on achieving more, but on thriving emotionally first. Contrary to the conventional wisdom that we achieve happiness by succeeding, Achor presents compelling evidence that happiness is actually the precursor to high performance and achieving life's goals.
Through his engaging narrative, Achor shows us how happiness plays a critical role in enhancing our personal and professional lives. He demonstrates that individuals who cultivate a positive mind-set tend to be more productive, creative, and adept at problem-solving than their less positive counterparts. Furthermore, those who maintain an optimistic outlook are healthier, experience reduced stress, and enjoy richer social connections.
The book offers practical strategies grounded in science that can help anyone develop a happier, more fulfilling life. Among these techniques, Achor introduces the concept of the The Tetris Effect, which teaches us to retrain our brains to identify patterns of possibility, enabling us to seize opportunities all around us. He also discusses Social Investment, emphasising the importance of building and nurturing robust social networks to enjoy lasting and rewarding relationships. Moreover, he explores The Ripple Effect, illustrating how small acts of positivity can have profound impacts within teams, organisations, and familial relationships.
By turns fascinating, hopeful, and timely, The Happiness Advantage empowers readers with the knowledge and tools to make significant, positive shifts in their mindset and daily habits, leading to substantial benefits at work, at home, and beyond. This inspiring book is essential reading for anyone eager to enhance their quality of life and achieve enduring success.
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Reviews highlight that The Happiness Advantage effectively shares insights into positive psychology, offering practical steps for enhancing workplace positivity. Critics praise Shawn Achor's engaging writing style and his ability to translate complex psychological research into accessible lessons. The book is considered essential reading for those in management and is commended for its best-selling author's entertaining and informative approach.
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ISBN: 9780307591555
Publisher: Crown Currency
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 June 2018
Imprint: Crown Currency
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 176g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Shawn Achor is one of the world’s leading experts on happiness, success, and potential. His research has graced the cover of Harvard Business Review, and his TED Talk is one of the most popular of all time, with more than 15 million views. Shawn spent twelve years at Harvard before bringing this research to nearly half the Fortune 100, as well as places like the Pentagon, impoverished schools in Africa, and the White House. His research has also been published in top psychology journals and featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Fortune. His interview with Oprah Winfrey and his PBS program have been seen by millions. He now serves on the World Happiness Council and continues his research.
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