The Work We Were Born To Do: Find the Work You Love Love the Work You do [Paperback]

Nick Wiiliams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 25, 1999

Whether you are looking to change work, get re-inspired or are simply seeking direction, this text offers a chance to explore how to bring more creativity, integrity, fulfilment and fun into your work. Introduction -- the twelve principles of the work we were born to do; defining the work we were born to do; undoing our conditioning; discovering the spirit of our work; awakening the heart at work; knowing that money is never really the issue; working on purpose; integrity, authenticity and the return to wholeness; contribution and the discovery of meaningful work; welcoming transformation and change; the inspiration to create; abundance and inner riches; experiencing the true meaning of success; in conclusion.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Beautiful sequencing of proven principles - bursting with passion and wisdom." -- Dr Steven Covey author The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

"I've always believed you should bring your heart to work. Step by step, Nick Williams shows you how." -- Anita Roddick, O.B.E.,Founder, The Body Shop International plc

"Nick Williams has written an inspirational book. If your work is something you want to forget as soon as you finish - then think again. Nick will help you to find meaning, hope and soul in whatever work you do - a book for our times." -- Reverend Donald Reeves, former Rector of St. James's Church, Piccadilly, London, Founder of the European Churches Network and author of Down to Earth

"Nick Williams is a wonderful man, and his book delivers a wonderful message." -- Susan Jeffers, author of Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, End the Struggle and Dance With Life, and Dare to Connect

"Nick Williams shows us a heartening and optimistic way forward." -- Dorothy Rowe, top psychologist and author of many books on mental health

"Nick is a visionary at work." -- James Redfield, The Celestine Prophecy and Salle Merrill Redfield, The Joy of Meditating

"The Work We Were Born To Do is a joy to read. It sparkles with inspiration and delight, and is packed with ideas which will help you discover your life's work - and create a life that you truly love. Whether you hide under the bedclothes on Monday mornings, or just feel bored or dissatisfied at work you need this book!" -- Gill Edwards, author Living Magically and Stepping into the Magic

"This book overflows with the richest wisdom of the heart and positive skills for self appreciation, open-hearted living, and success. Nick Williams gets to the core of the power to make our lives what we would have them be. Read this magnificent work, enjoy, grow, and soar!" -- Alan Cohen, author of The Dragon Doesn't Live Here Anymore, Joy is My Compass and Handle With Prayer

"This inspiring book provides the map and compass that will guide you to that sought after destination of being able to fulfil your true potential, through your natural vocation. Use it!" -- Colin Turner, corporate speaker and author of The Eureka Principle and Swimming with the Piranhas Makes You Hungry

"Whatever you do, you can use this inspiring guide to discover purpose, meaning and passion in your work ... and still pay the bills." -- Paul Wilson, author of The Little Book of Calm and Calm at Work

From the Author

The author, Nick Williams, [e-mail] , This book was born out my personal experience of being in a well paid job in computer sales and marketing, but being unhappy because it wasn't really me. I knew it was no longer for me, and although I was terrified, I found the courage to quit and follow my heart to create a new career that my heart was in.

Over the last 10 years I have created this new career - inspiring individuals and organisations to be more authentic in their work, and bring the best of themselves to it, in order to have true fulfilment in their work. I am the founder of the Heart at Work Project in London, and have been a director of Alternatives at St. James's in Piccadilly. My book details my own personal journey of the joys and challenges of major life change, has dozens of cases studies of people who have created the work they were born to do, and is also a practical handbook to give you the ideas, inspiration and tools to do it yourself, including the biggest one for most of us - money! The book also helps you change within your existing work. I don't claim quick fixes - for me this process can take some time, focus and effort, but the rewards of the joy of finding and expressing our spirit and the fulfilment are worth it. I do believe we are most likely to be truly successful - personally and financially - when our heart is in what are doing.

All best wishes, Nick Williams

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 381 pages
• Publisher: Thorsons (November 25, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1862045526
• ISBN-13: 978-1862045521
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,343,215 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most comprehensive book on the subject, October 2, 2000

By 

Melanie Votaw (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Work We Were Born To Do: Find the Work You Love Love the Work You do (Paperback)

As the instructor of a course related to this subject, I read everything out there on finding your "true vocation." I have found Nick Williams' approach to be the most comprehensive and heart-centered of all that are currently published. Nick approaches finding the work you were born to do as a task not separated from the rest of life, but rightly so, a question of "living" rather than "working." As his many practical exercises convey, our culture needs to change the way we think about work; the way we've confronted this problem in the past has not brought about joyful results. Nick's suggestions for self-discovery allow for the possibility of work being a joy rather than a job. If you choose one book on this subject, I would definitely go for this one.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the handbook for the 21st Century, July 31, 2000

By 

Barbara J. Winter (Las Vegas, NV United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: The Work We Were Born To Do: Find the Work You Love Love the Work You do (Paperback)

If you suspect that you haven't yet found your right livelihood, don't read this book...use it as a workbook. Nick Williams covers all the insidious barriers to making our work the joyful experience it was meant to be. I plan to recommend this book heartily to participants in my workshops, newsletter subscribers and strangers on airplanes. And while it may be best read slowly, every chapter will open new insights. Even though I believe I am doing my right livelihood, I am finding a new level of enthusiasm and confidence thanks to Nick Williams' guidance.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the Mid-Life Crisis Crowd, May 17, 2000

By 

Debbie L. Ebner (Asheville, NC) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: The Work We Were Born To Do: Find the Work You Love Love the Work You do (Paperback)

If you are confused, dissatisfied, unhappy, or depressed about your current career - read this book! Nick Williams has put together a valuable path of self-discovery for his readers. This easy to read book requires your participation through exercises which take you personally through the thought process necessary for uncovering your dreams and desires. There is indeed a happier, more fulfilling way to live your life and balance your career. Take the time to enjoy this book and uncover your hidden secret to happiness and the good life.