Powered by Happy
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The only pocket-sized book packed with ways to boost not only workplace happiness, but also your-and your company's-performance
Research has shown that employee happiness improves the bottom line, but how can a time-crunched, stressed-out employee wedge in a little joy? Instrumental for anyone working, whether in a cubicle or a corner office, Powered by Happy offers a quick hit of optimism for the workday, which will help your career and job satisfaction.
Employee engagement expert Beth Thomas has crafted a powerful little book filled with upbeat coaching, practical advice, and proven techniques.
"Powered by Happy provides a step by step, tip by tip strategy for figuring out what gives us joy and how to create an environment in which we can find it-all day, every day, in any situation, no matter what challenges we face." -Larry Israelite, talent management executive
"Here is a practical collection of strategies and approaches that will support and enliven the lives of employees and managers." -Elliott Masie, chair, The Learning Consortium
"Look hard into the mirror, be honest with yourself, follow Beth's advice, and become more productive and honestly happy!" -Steven M. Lyman, vice-president, American Eagle Outfitters
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Beth Thomas is managing director and executive vice president of Sequent Consulting, a firm that provides training and HR services to the corporate sector. She has been senior vice president of retail training at JPMorgan Chase, where she was responsible for the learning and development of nearly 40,000 employees. She has worked with Limited Brands, Abercrombie and Fitch, DSW, and the CIA on how to improve the bottom line by investing in employee happiness. She is a frequent national speaker.
Content
Introduction xi
Happiness Tip #1: Create Your Own Definition of Happiness 1
Happiness Tip #2: Choose Happiness and Make It Happen 23
Happiness Tip #3: Avoid What Holds Your Happiness Hostage: Minimizing Worry and Negative Thoughts 45
Happiness Tip #4: Hang with a Gang That Gets It 75
Happiness Tip #5: Dump the To-Do List and Start an I-Wish List 101
Happiness Tip #6: Take the "Un" Out of "Unhappy" and Be Grateful 121
Happiness Tip #7: Make a High-Yield Happiness Investment 139
Happiness Tip #8: Oh, Happy Day: Get Your Happiness on the Calendar Now! 165
Happiness Tip #9: When All Else Fails, Just Laugh 183
Happiness Tip #10: Pack Up Your Happiness and Take It to Work 201
Conclusion 215
Acknowledgments 225
References 227
About the Author 229
