The Power of Pause

副标题: How to be More Effective in a Demanding, 24/7 World

ISBN: 9780470478271

出版社: Jossey-Bass

出版年: 2009-12-21

页数: 243

定价: USD 24.95

装帧: Hardcover

内容简介

A clear, actionable plan to fight frustration at work, make savvier decisions, and avoid costly mistakes when we're short on time, attention, and choices One of the most frustrating dilemmas for working people today is how to be effective when we feel we don't have time or we're facing non-stop demands. "The Power of Pause" process is a dynamic practice that Nance Guilmartin has taught thousands of people worldwide, equipping them to regain control of thoughts and avoid miscommunications. This tested method helps readers to take a moment to wonder what's called for when we feel we're short on time, attention, temper, or choices. In that instant, we can use a simple method to rewire our overloaded circuits, tap into our "missing-in-action" common sense, and raise our communication intelligence. This process is "not" about slowing down the pace of workday life. It is about enabling anyone who is time-pressed to make savvier choices and avoid costly mistakes. Shows how to exercise leadership skills that save time and strengthen relationships Offers a process for learning to engage in productive exchanges rather than attacking or being resigned Enables managers and teams to save time and money Reveals how to fix problems and achieve goals with less stress "The" "Power of Pause" methods enable managers and teams across varying industries/any industry to save time and money, fix problems and achieve goals with less stress-even in the face of competition, cultural and language differences, or tight budgets.

作者简介

南丝·格尔马丁（Nance Guilmartin）是四度荣获“艾美奖”的新闻记者，同时也是商业顾问、全美知名的专题演说主讲人、领导统御教育工作者。她曾替各类机构团体和专家人士服务，教导他们如何发掘各种潜在的机会，如何在分秒必争、变动迅速的世界中脱颖而出。

此外，她也是佛罗里达国际大学“领导力中心”的成员，并且获该校委任为国际商业管理学院兼任教授。她的处女作《疗伤的对话》（Healing Conversations）被翻译成12种以上的语言。

格尔马丁目前仍是西屋广播公司（Westinghouse Broadcasting）资深主管，大力推行各种官方与非官方活动，例如“指定驾驶”方案，以及企业联合主办的“为孩子着想”运动。

欢迎造访格尔马丁的网站：www.nanceguilmartin.com/

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