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A recent work/life study by MANAGEMENT TODAY revealed that almost half of Britain's managers feel too mentally and physically exhausted to do anything other than work and sleep, and nearly a third say their lives are out of control. Around half of the people questioned said they would switch jobs tomorrow for a better quality of life. Is it the way we work today that is causing this phenomenon or are we just not handling our lives as well as we could?THE BALANCING ACT offers the WHY, WHAT and HOW of getting more balance in our lives. It gets to the root of WHY we're out of balance, drawing on Fiona's own theories and interpretation of psychology, social trends and observations of the corporate world and says WHAT we can do about it. With original ideas to inspire us towards a new way of thinking, THE BALANCING ACT suggests HOW we can change our lives in easy steps. Written in a language clearly at one with the fast pace and issues faced at work today, this is a coaching book on how to get more balance in your life...your way, your style, your time. ... Read more

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With the stresses and strains of working mothers more in the spotlight than ever, this book provides welcome information and advice to this highly stressed, over-stretched group. needed by so many. ... Read more

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Handling difficult colleagues is one of the toughest, most uncomfortable, and most stressful aspects of work life. But it needn't be. SOLVING PEOPLE PROBLEMS gives readers all the knowledge and skills they need to avoid and solve problems caused by problem people. Readers will learn how to:

* Identify--and cope with--different types of difficult people * Overcome inappropriate or obstructive behavior * Increase their assertiveness, self-reliance, and communications skills * Improve their productivity and working environment. ... Read more

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Original and Action Oriented - Ruth Luban Really Get's It !
This book was clearly written from a sense of personal mission and seemsto be very well researched and developed. It is full of practical action oriented steps that can be taken to bring balance to life and move beyond burnout to a life of exciting passion. It is authentic and rich. Thanks Ruth !!! ... Read more

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Conflict often plays a big part in the workplace, but when anger is out of control it can destroy working relationships and create a distinctly unpleasant atmosphere.This handbook focuses on the common problem situations that occur at work and helps you to lose their cool.It also gives you an action plan to manage your own anger, and other people's, and help to heal relationships which have already been damaged. ... Read more

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Defeat Stress! Live Longer! Enjoy Life! Do It Now!
Beat Stress With Strength features a complete Personal Stress Test, 15 proven ways to reduce work-related stress, 10 smart tips for efficient time management, a practical model for dealing with change and transition, and a step-by-step outline to prepare your personal stress management plan. It works! If you have stress-related problems, buy this book. It could save your life. ... Read more

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The book presents a theory explaining variations in the extent to which work affects self-esteem. Major determinants of this variation lie in characteristics of occupational status systems. ... Read more

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Each year US businesses lose an estimated 300 million working days to stress-related illnesses. Minimize Stress, Maximize Success is a practical and fully illustrated guide for people who don’t want to be part of that figure. Con-sultant Clare Harris, with many years’ experience teaching executives how to reach their full potential, addresses the sources of stress—whether they’re external, such as unrealistic deadlines or poor organization, or internal, such as not being able to leave work behind or rely on others. Throughout, she offers individuals at any level in the corporate ladder a wealth of solutions and constructive exercises for rising above it all—exercises that, in the vanguard of contemporary management, draw on the mind, body, and spirit to hone and sustain success. Readers learn how to • Think more effectively and creatively • Build energy and resilience • Put stress in perspective • Let go and delegate They learn to minimize stress—and maximize success. ... Read more

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The statistics are alarming; the figures are staggering. Excellent physical and mental health are the foundational building blocks for a strong body and an agile mind, while poor health is an overwhelming cause for serious illness and untimely demise. Recognizing the direct correlation between the health of one's body and the health of one's career doesn't always come naturally for executives. However, it is tremendous the extent to which the daily stresses of the business, the failure to maintain a proper diet when traveling, and endless intense hours behind the desk, all weigh on one's health.

Living Longer Working Stronger offers practical, real suggestions and advice around living a healthy life and being able to enjoy a long career. From suggesting dietary modifications, to methods for getting sufficient, quality rest, this title pulls readers through understandable and feasible steps to making life changes. Such changes will serve not only to promote longevity and health but are critical for maintaining productivity and success as a business professional. Life changes can only begin with awareness and with understanding one simple fact - it is time for all overworked, highly-stressed professionals to make serious adjustments in their diets, habits and priorities to prevent disease, promote their health and longevity - before it's too late. ... Read more

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This book was written to help organizations and their members better manage stress. Through a simple framework, C-O-P-E, human resource managers are provided the tools with which to determine if they and their organization are in Control, are showing Outward signs of distress, have Personality predispositions that escalate or de-escalate stress levels, and are Energy-balanced. The theme is: If there is a stress problem, identify it, fix it, but never ignore it. Case histories are discussed to give managers a clearer understanding of what can go wrong with coping efforts, and what individuals and organizations can do to turn a bad situation around. ... Read more

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Combat stress in the workplace and everyday life!Teachyourself how to target different types of stress, relieve pressure bysetting priorities, and prevent burnout.You'll learn to stop stresswith effective communication, understand which coping mechanisms reallywork, and identify specific ways to create a personal stress-managementplan. ... Read more

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Maintaining a heathly lifestyle can relieve stress, reduce illness, and improve emotional and physical well-being.A good exercise program can also enhance fitness level, strengthen the cardiovascular system, and increase productivity.

Many working people want to exercise during the day, but it's time-consuming to go to the gym... change... workout... shower... change... and return to work.

Office Activators is a CD-ROM with a series of five brief exercises that can be done in a chair at the computer, whether you're wearing a business suit, dress, or leisure clothing.

They provide the benefits of exercise without the inconvenience of interrupting your day.

These simple exercises can raise alertness, productivity and creativity.They can be done as often as you like.It's like having your own personal trainer! ... Read more

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A simple, effective and enjoyable program.
This CD-Rom offers incredibly simple yet energizing exercises that can done with ease at your desk with so little effort that the rewards of following the program are much greater than expected. The instructor is clear and the directions are easy to follow. After a long day, or at the start of one, or just for a refreshing break this disk works wonders. It would make a great gift to yourself or for the person at the next desk. ... Read more

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It's about time corporate America and the workplace started taking fathers and fathering seriously. Men's work-family conflict is about far more than paternity leave. James Levine and Todd Pittinsky call it the "Invisible Dilemma" and, without permanently drawing focus from the problems of the working mother, seek to educate us about it. The book includes practical strategies for reducing "DaddyStress," "Creating the Father-Friendly Workplace," "Breaking the Culture Collusion," and "Connecting with Your Family." This book, based on a decade of research, should find a solid readership among managers and mothers, as well as fathers. ... Read more

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A great book for new or "old" fathers!
A wonderful book outlining what is wrong with male-dominated business society today.If you are not a working father, some of the statistics will surprise you, otherwise you'll know exactly what the author is talkingabout.

Also listed are some simple (almost too simple!) suggestions onhow to create a more father-friendly environment, not only for you, but foryour employer and fellow employees as well.

Well worth the money!
I wasn't quite sure what to expect not having read any "partenting books" but this one was a great, great surpirise. I bought four copies two for a friend and two for my brothers. They too love it! ... Read more

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The key ingredients for successful programs, comparative statistics, best practices in workplace wellness programs, how you can motivate your employees, "real-world" management methods, new and emerging trends in health promotion and disease prevention and what other companies are doing, all organized and compiled for you in the new Wellness Program Management Yearbook, second edition.

This is a desk reference that is bound to get "dog-eared" because you'll go to it often to research a new idea, see what a colleague at another company did, or even to prepare for a presentation to top management.

Throughout the Yearbook's 14 chapters you'll get management information, tips, checklists, new ideas, "how-to" details and strategies you can put to work for your organization.

Chapters cover Trends in Wellness and Health Promotion, Cost-cutting Statistics, Management Tips, Program Planning, Weight Control/Management Programs, Exercise and Fitness, Nutrition, Smoking Cessation, Stress Management, Prenatal Care, Ergonomics and Injury Prevention, Empowering Consumers: Self-Care and Disease and Demand Management, and Spotlight on Wellness Programs. The Yearbook also features a chapter devoted to Wellness Health Promotion Industry News, and a useful list of Resources.

The Wellness Program Management Yearbook puts together for you the top trends expected to surface based on experts' opinions, results of surveys and studies and forecasts done by the editors of Wellness Program Management Advisor.In fact, our staff took every articles that appeared in the last two years of Wellness Program Management Advisor, edited, and compiled the information by subject to make your search for workplace wellness information as easy as possible.

Employers today are looking to company-sponsored wellness programs for results. Most employers have a number of objectives in addition to keeping workers healthy. They want to improve employee morale, reduce group health plan costs, and hang on to good employees. But, the bosses want to be able to measure the effectiveness of their efforts.

Rising healthcare costs and other pressures are seen likely to contribute to even more expansion of wellness programs over the next five years. Indeed, nine of 10 major employer worksites now sponsor at least one health-promoting activity, according to an industry survey.

Discover how the design of workplace wellness programs is changing.Get details and statistics about what employers are looking for, health risk assessments and screenings, incentives, and education and training initiatives.

You'll get results of exclusive surveys by Wellness Program Management Advisor editorial staff like the results in the Yearbook identifying the top wellness program services that will help you see how your program compares.

The chapter on Cost-Cutting Statistics may surprise you if you are focusing your efforts on such issues as high blood pressure, smoking cessation or sedentary lifestyles. Get the details of the workplace wellness initiatives at Fairchild Semiconductor that resulted in improvements to participants' health risks as well as declines in the company's per-employee per-month healthcare costs.

You'll find how to design health promotion seminars for your workforce that spark behavior change. Health training that's fun, the steps to effective training sessions.

To insure that your program succeeds, you need the support of senior management. Learn three effective ways to gain top management support, how to get management to focus on value. Get the essential components of an effective annual report on your wellness program to show top brass what it is getting for its money. ... Read more

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Every working mother strives to reach the goal of balanced livingthe perfect balance between family and work. This book will lead every working mother through this journey.In her passionate and inspiring manner, Danielle Kennedyherself a mother of eightshares the secrets of more than thirty successful women. Apply these lessons and practical solutions and you will have more confidence in your ability to live and enjoy a better life that fully embraces family and career.Discover for yourself why so many women use this book as their personal guide. Success Tips Include How to: ... Read more