Book Titles

The Way We’re Working Isn’t Working
The Four Forgotten Needs That Energize Great Performance

By Tony Schwartz

Year Published: 2010
ISBN-13: 978-1439127667
Categories: Energy, Needs, Performance

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Reciprocity, like generosity, ultimately serves our survival better than selfishness. It builds trust, deepens relationships, and reinforces values that serve the greater good.

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Adding value to others, and to the common good, gives us a powerful source of energy in the form of meaning and significance.

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It is through reflection that we define what really matters in our lives.

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The need for purpose is unique to human beings. We’re the only species capable of reflecting on why we’re here.

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Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. – Steve Jobs

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We all bring more energy to the activities we enjoy and the pleasure itself sustains our energy.

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Passion is an extraordinary fuel for persevering through frustration as we move along the learning curve. It also helps keep us committed to growth once we’ve achieved excellence.

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Purpose extends our sphere of influence not through the accumulation and exercise of power, but by giving us a clear route to adding value to others.

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…there is a deep disconnect between what many companies say they stand for and what they actually do.

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Employees are seven times more likely to be loyal to leaders they believe have high integrity… than to those that do not.

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