Quotes

The Progress Principle, Page 096

Whether the goals or lofty or modest, as long as they are meaningful, then the conditions are set for progress to rule inner work life.

The Element, Page 96

This is another secret of being in the zone – that when you are inspired, your work can be inspirational to others.

168 Hours, Page 96

…people perform better when they don’t desperately need their jobs.

Something Really New, Page 096

…it is important to understand that all large organizations are dysfunctional… Small organizations do not have the same types of problems.

No Hard Feelings, Page 096

Work samples tend to be the best predictors of how someone will perform on the job – significantly better than interviews, education level, and even experience…

CrazyBusy, Page 096

…if you listen, you will hear yourself telling yourself, You are about to lose it. Don’t take the bait. Back away. Go outside. Take a break. Listening to that voice can save a career, a marriage, or at least a day.

Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It, Page 096

Letting go of the clock can also be difficult because we’ve traditionally used time to measure fairness.

Thanks for the Feedback, Page 96

…acknowledge the pattern that everyone already sees, and be clear that you’re trying hard to change.

How to Be Happy at Work, Page 96

Taking control of our memories is key to optimism and a more hopeful outlook.

Think and Grow Rich for Women, Page 096

Do your research. Listen to the customers, and focus on needs, not your own assumptions. After research, run pilots to test ideas and/or programs.