How to Be Happier in the Job You Sometimes Can't Stand [Paperback]

Ross West (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1998

Filled with stories that make the message personal, How to Be Happier in the Job You Sometimes Can't Stand offers twelve practical ways to help you be happier in your work--even if sometimes you can't stand it.

Product Details

• Paperback: 193 pages
• Publisher: Broadman & Holman Pub; Rev Sub edition (January 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805463666
• ISBN-13: 978-0805463668
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,957,448 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book to Encourage You in Your Job, October 8, 2003

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This review is from: How to Be Happier in the Job You Sometimes Can't Stand (Paperback)

West's book is interesting read full of suggestions to consider when struggling in your job.

Among the topics the author covers include:

1. Principles for organizing your time.
2. Why people resist change.
3. Slow and steady is better than fast and burning out.
4. Clarifying your life's purpose can give meaning to your work.
5. People are more productive when they take pride in what they do.
6. Master the basics of your job and then build on that to improve your performance.
7. 8 ways to build positive relationships with co-workers.
8. Focus on what you have control over (attitude, etc.).

Overall, a good read for those who are struggling in their career and need encouragement.