Review
"Dr. Block draws on his extensive expertise and the experiences of real-life couples to put together a comprehensive turnaround plan for the executive marriage. Presented in business plan format, Dr. Block presents his Power Strategies in a way that busy executives can readily understand and apply, both at home and in business." -- Ann Bevans-Selig, President, Bevans Group
"Dr. Block is right on. It's all intertwined. Power, respect, love all make for a better executive and a successful marriage." -- Helene Cohen, National Accounts Manager, Fisher-Price
"Holy cow! How refreshing it is to finally see someone break it down for us and make us realize how a strong marriage is key to being successful both personally and professionally. My husband and I have been married for 21 years. Things came together for us after we bonded as a team supporting and respecting each other. Now we are both successful business owners. Dr. Block highlights how marriage-strengthening principles have a direct relationship with smart business tactics. Thanks for bringing this book to light for so many people." -- Zee Simmons, CEO/Z Force Consulting Services Group Inc.
"THE MARRIAGE-WORK CONNECTION offers valuable insights into transforming today's organizations by addressing both the business and personal relationship needs of executives. Dr. Block illustrates the urgency facing executives and their organizations when personal pressures are combined with today's everyday work issues... If you're looking for a real-life action plan that integrates successful business tactics with strategies for deepening marital love, you won't be disappointed." -- Debra C. Schoenstein, Senior Partner, LeaderAlliance.com
Product Description
Do you feel like an "executive widow" because your husband is always at work? Have your careers taken you from wedded bliss to DINS--double income, no sex? If so, you're not alone. Though most couples feel that a marriage-career balance is important, many still find their relationships are suffering as a result of stressful work lives.
In The Marriage-Work Connection, clinical psychologist Dr. Joel Block provides you with helpful information to help restore harmony to your home life--with the same principles you've used to achieve kudos in your career:
* Success Begins with Commitment
* Unite, Don't Divide
* Develop a Culture of Collaboration
* Creating Lasting Value
* Become a Skillful Communicator
* Build on Strengths
* Grow Your Children Effectively
* Periodically Assess Progress
* Protect Your Investment
* Maximize Resources
Packed full of real-life examples, helpful exercises, and a 10-step action plan, The Marriage-Work Connection provides you with all of the tools you need to restore vitality, energy, and love to your relationship--and build a marriage that lasts!
