The Way of the Road Warrior: Lessons in Business and Life from the Road Most Traveled (Hardcover)

by Robert L. Jolles (Author), F. W. Sanzenbacher (Foreword) "When I went to the University of Maryland, I began as a business major..." (more)
Key Phrases: Road Warrior, Herb Cohen, New York (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"Rob Jolles does it again!  The Way of the Road Warrior is an introspective and thoughtful exposé of life on the road that can benefit anyone in business, particularly those on the front line."
—Eli Jones, Coauthor, Selling ASAP, and executive director, Sales Excellence Institute, University of Houston

"This book is a both a surprisingly personal commentary and also a broadly applicable manual for business.  We can all benefit from Rob Jolles' invaluable advice."
—David M. Rowell, publisher, The Travel Insider (thetravelinsider.info)

"A must-read for anyone considering a career that requires significant business travel.  From my position in the front of the plane, I see the faces that are written about in this book.  It is an informative, accurate, and empathetic assessment that anyone who travels, including pilots, should read, and learn from."
—Buzz Collins, pilot, Southwest Airlines

"One word best describes Rob Jolles and why he connects with his readers so well:  he is genuine.   People listen to him, trust him, and learn from him because he is authentic, because he's been there, and because we relate to him.  Don't miss this book!  As our trusted advisor, Rob shares some very special insights about pounding the pavement with us . . . his fellow Road Warriors."
—Joseph A. Sullivan, executive vice president, Legg Mason, Inc.

Product Description
The Way of the Road Warrior offers weary business travelers inspiration, advice, and practical skills for conquering the competition while conducting business on the road.  This business traveler’s handbook is written by Robert L. Jolles—salesman, consultant, professional speaker, and veteran “Road Warrior” who has logged more than twenty years and two million miles in the air.  In The Way of the Road Warrior, he delves into his personal journal and wealth of experience to offer insights on the sometimes difficult balancing act between work, travel, and family.

Robert Lewis Stevenson wrote, “The most beautiful adventures are not those we go to seek.” In these pages, readers will find that a chance conversation with a cab driver can be as valuable as a sit-down with a CEO.  Jolles also speaks to the dangerous and addictive aspects of business travel and doesn’t sugarcoat the toll it takes on those who wait at home. From beginning to end, The Way of the Road Warrior will teach you why business travel isn’t just a way to do your job, but a warrior’s path to insight, wisdom, and so very much more.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass (October 24, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787980625
• ISBN-13: 978-0787980627
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #778,432 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great life lessons for anyone who travels, October 28, 2005

By	D. R. Klein (Charlotte, NC USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Wow! I was lucky enough to get a galley preview of this book sent to me. Talk about taking you on a voyage you didn't think you were going on, I could not put this book down... and neither could my wife. You'll certainly learn how to get your bags on board, and handle delays, but this book goes a whole lot further than that. Rob Jolles not only takes you into the world of the Road Warrior and the ups and downs that world creates, he takes you on a compassionate journey into those who wait at home, what they must endure, and solutions to this most difficult way of life. Hands down, this is one of the most important reads for anyone who travels for business, whether for one day or 365

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Life Changing Book!!! A Must Read!!!, January 10, 2006

By	Jerry Maguire "Dan" (Baltimore, Maryland) - See all my reviews

I've been a road warrior for many years. I work for a sports agency and I spend many nights and weeks away from my family. I have risen very high in my profession and I think I could go higher. I had also forgotten what was important. Robert Jolles helped remind me. The book starts a funny, witty series of tales about lessons learned on the road. It was wonderful up to this point and I was already happy I read it. Then I reached the part about overcoming the addiction to travel. I realized that this book was speaking to people like me. I have since started traveling less and spending more time with my family. Robert Jolles has truly changed my life and I can't thank him enough for writing this. I recommend this to anybody, anywhere who travels. There are so many wonderful lessons in this book. A must read for all of us road warriors!!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb reflections on the highs and lows of the business travelers , April 8, 2007

By	Kevin Quinley "GeezerJock" (Fairfax, VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

For anyone who travels for a living or takes business trips. This is a fantastic book filled with insight, poignancy, humor and wisdom. Robert Jolles is a self-employed consultant and trainer who has earned his stripes, not to mention frequent flyer miles.

Anyone who has been degraded by what passes as airline "service" (an oxymoron?) these days, will relate. Yet, the book is not a diatribe on airline imbecility. It is a rumination on the highs and lows of business travel and how it can become a dysfunctional addiction that ravages one's soul and family.

The kind of book I was sad to see end - the ultimate compliment a reader can pay!