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101 Ways to Have a Great Day at Work

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101 Ways to Have a Great Day at Work

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What's inside?

If you can’t get happy after this book, check your attitude at the door.

Editorial Rating

6

Qualities

  • Applicable
  • For Beginners
  • Engaging

Recommendation

When a book has a smiley-face on the cover, you pretty much know what to expect. And you won’t be disappointed with this one; it’s upbeat all the way. This optimistic book would make a great little gift (even for yourself). Stephanie Goddard Davidson brings her considerable expertise to this simple little book of 101 tips (one per page) for improving your productivity. Here’s how to minimize stress and become happier at work. The suggestions range from one-sentence instructions to a couple of paragraphs each, and are valid, practical and often thought-provoking. getAbstract recommends it to anyone with a job and a susceptibility to being cheered up - it just might get you through a bad day.

Summary

Introduction

If you’re having another bad day at work, remember that you have more control and power over your day than you might realize. You can make more days great days, have a renewed sense of purpose in your job, make a positive impact and prevent or cope with stress. These 101 tips have been used successfully by employees at all kinds of workplaces. Here’s a sample:

Take Stock, Listen and Breathe

Think back to when you first began your job. Try to recall the elements of your position that excited you then. List ten reasons why you still like your job. Look at the list from time to time. Make another list of the five things you would like to see happen this year. These don’t have to be just about work. You can include your personal goals, too. Look back on this list once a month to check your progress.

Nobody likes every aspect of his or her job, but nobody hates everything about it, either (if you do, it’s certainly time to go job-hunting), and this little trick can help you get through the tasks you’d rather not deal with. Do the things you most dislike first. Get them out of the way. Then, do what you like. It will feel like a reward.

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About the Author

Stephanie Goddard Davidson, CEO of Workforce Management Solutions, is a specialist in human resources, training and development.

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