In this unique look at the modern workplace, Ian Durston uses his experiences from raising three children to shed light on the perennial challenges of management. Issues such as leadership, motivation, performance, team building, and change are explored and tips are provided on excelling in each category. Getting his son to sleep while on vacation becomes a lesson in flexibility on the job; dealing with tantrums at home provides insight into the role of assertiveness at work; and watching his youngest begin to walk is used as an example of the trial-and-error method and the importance of failure as a learning tool. A witty and wise book for managers and parents alike, this is a salient reminder of the life skills needed to succeed both at work and at home.
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"This is an excellent book, not just funny and wise, but packed full of strategic insights for leaders." —Peter Hyman, former Head of the Prime Minister's Strategic Communications Unit
"It seems a stroke of genius for Ian Durston to relate management behaviors and values to those of parenthood. I am sure readers of his book will find it of enormous help in both their professional and personal lives." —Iain Gray, MD, Airbus UK
"An excellent read. Ian Durston has clearly accumulated a lot of insight and perspective from all that he has been exposed to throughout his career and home life." —David Owen, MD, UK Consulting, Deloitte
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Ian Durston has worked in industry and business for 15 years.
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