How to Be Happy at Work: The Power of Purpose, Hope, and Friendship by Annie McK

Description: How to Be Happy at Work by Annie McKee Lifes too short to be unhappy at work But its work McKees 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 FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Lifes too short to be unhappy at work"Im working harder than I ever have, and I dont know if its worth it anymore." If youre a manager or leader in todays 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 cant give much more, and their performance is suffering.But its 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 todays 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.McKees 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. Author Biography 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 Pennsylvanias 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 Review "One important takeaway is that you can plan your route to happiness--it doesnt happen by accident." -- TD magazine (Association for Talent Development)"McKee advises a reframing of your perception of your job; asking yourself how unhappy you really are and whether or not you have the power to change things for yourself, instead of waiting for someone to do it for you. By understanding what you want from work you can better decide whether what you are doing is right for you." -- Daily Telegraph"Annie McKee... identifies three elements that we all need: a sense of purpose; a vision that is powerful and personal; and resonant, friendly relationships. [Here is] advice about how to create an organisation that can achieve these three aims." -- Fly BMI"By following McKees suggestions, based on her research and experience, leaders can create a positive, healthy work experience in any business, no matter how fast the pace or how intense the pressure." -- SUCCESS MagazineAdvance Praise for How to Be Happy at Work:Daniel Goleman, author, Emotional Intelligence; coauthor, Altered Traits--"Annie McKee brings her wise voice and well-seasoned experience to that deep and perpetual conundrum, How to Be Happy at Work. Her insights offer eminently practical and powerful advice anyone can benefit from."Arianna Huffington, founder, Huffington Post; founder and CEO, Thrive Global--"We are in the middle of a global epidemic of stress, burnout, and nonengagement at work, costing our economy billions and wreaking havoc on our lives. In How to Be Happy at Work, Annie McKee provides an antidote to help you engage, succeed, and thrive."Ann Schulte, Global Leader, Learning & Leadership Development, Procter & Gamble--"Todays organizations need employees who can take risks, find new and different ways to achieve goals, and use their emotional intelligence to deal with challenges. In this practical and compelling book, Annie McKee shares how business leaders can learn to be hopeful, find a path to engagement and happiness, reach their potential, and help their organizations succeed."Gavin Patterson, CEO, BT Group plc--"Whether youre just starting your working life or reassessing your priorities in midcareer, Annie McKees book is essential reading for anyone searching for the why--not just the what--in their life and work."Marshall Goldsmith, international bestselling author, What Got You Here Wont Get You There and Triggers--"McKees book revolutionizes what we thought we knew about happiness--what it is, where we can find it, and why we deserve it. A must-read for anyone seeking fulfilment in life and work." Long Description Lifes too short to be unhappy at work "Im working harder than I ever have, and I dont know if its worth it anymore." If youre a manager or leader in todays 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 cant give much more, and their performance is suffering.But its 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 todays 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.McKees 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. Review Quote Advance Praise for How to Be Happy at Work : Daniel Goleman, author, Emotional Intelligence ; coauthor, Altered Traits -- "Annie McKee brings her wise voice and well-seasoned experience to that deep and perpetual conundrum, How to Be Happy at Work . Her insights offer eminently practical and powerful advice anyone can benefit from." Arianna Huffington, founder, Huffington Post ; founder and CEO, Thrive Global-- "We are in the middle of a global epidemic of stress, burnout, and nonengagement at work, costing our economy billions and wreaking havoc on our lives. In How to Be Happy at Work , Annie McKee provides an antidote to help you engage, succeed, and thrive." Ann Schulte, Global Leader, Learning & Leadership Development, Procter & Gamble-- "Todays organizations need employees who can take risks, find new and different ways to achieve goals, and use their emotional intelligence to deal with challenges. In this practical and compelling book, Annie McKee shares how business leaders can learn to be hopeful, find a path to engagement and happiness, reach their potential, and help their organizations succeed." Gavin Patterson, CEO, BT Group plc-- "Whether youre just starting your working life or reassessing your priorities in midcareer, Annie McKees book is essential reading for anyone searching for the why--not just the what--in their life and work." Marshall Goldsmith, international bestselling author, What Got You Here Wont Get You There and Triggers -- "McKees book revolutionizes what we thought we knew about happiness--what it is, where we can find it, and why we deserve it. A must-read for anyone seeking fulfilment in life and work." Description for Sales People Are you happy and fulfilled in the work you do? Leadership coach and emotional intelligence expert Annie McKee makes the most compelling case yet that happiness--and the full engagement that comes with it--is more important than ever at work today, and provides a simple, clear framework for achieving it. Fresh, timely perspective and wisdom/solutions in response to an ever-more-urgent challenge: dealing with the stress generated by our hyper-economy (as illustrated, e.g., by the recent New York Times article on Amazon). Fresh voices from interviews with thousands of leaders, managers, and team members from all over the world. Stories and anecdotes from well-known companies and institutions who have faced the challenges of todays workplace and found real answers. Clear and compelling instruction on what readers can do to become more engaged with their day-to-day activities at work. Audience: Broad audience of execs and managers and employees who are stressed out at work, who are worried that this is affecting their performance and their health, and who want answers on how to become more engaged and fulfilled in their work. Audience includes the audience of Primal Leadership and Resonant Leadership (higher-level leaders and more senior managers) but goes beyond this to include middle managers and employees aspiring to management. Global audience, across industries and sectors (including public sector). Announced first printing: 25,000 Laydown goal: 7,500 Details ISBN1633696804 Pages 272 Publisher Harvard Business Review Press Year 2018 ISBN-10 1633696804 ISBN-13 9781633696808 Publication Date 2018-09-11 Short Title How to Be Happy at Work Language English Subtitle The Power of Purpose, Hope, and Friendship DEWEY 650.1 UK Release Date 2018-09-11 Format Paperback Imprint Harvard Business Review Press Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2018-09-11 US Release Date 2018-09-11 Series Harvard Business Review Book Series Author Annie McKee Alternative 9781633692251 Audience General AU Release Date 2019-01-01 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:119110967;

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