In her easy-to-follow, insider's guide, Carole Spiers shows readers how to equip themselves with all the skills, tools and techniques needed to help reduce stress. The format of the book is one that delivers practical answers to the many questions we all have about how to manage stress to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Readers will find simple techniques to release tension * easy ways to build resilience to pressure * practical methods to toughen up mind and body * proven steps to help sleep soundly * healthy eating tips to maintain energy levels * effective time management techniques * key strategies to achieve a healthy work-life balance * interventions to increase personal performance. This book is for everyone - from an individual who needs to effectively manage their own stress, to a manager, supervisor or team leader who has to deal quickly with any stress-related problems in the workplace. The tools presented are based on Carole's experience over twenty five years in managing workplace stress as she shares with you the secrets of how to overcome its damaging effects, whether at home or at work.
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"This book will certainly be required reading for senior teams as the tools and strategies she describes are vital for effective team management and the building of a sustainable business." Andrew Shaw, CEO, Dubai Cables. "Carole's essential guide to managing stress is brimming with anecdotes, stories and practical solutions which make is easily accessible, effortlessly readable and eminently enjoyable. I cannot suggest a better guide than Carole Spiers to help you navigate your way through stress." Damian Hughes, author of 'Liquid Thinking Survival Guide to Change'
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Carole Spiers' credibility is rooted in twenty years' success as CEO of a leading Stress Management Consultancy, working with equal success both in the UK and the Gulf. A recognised authority on corporate stress, Carole is a BBC Guest-Broadcaster and author of Tolley's 'Managing Stress in the Workplace'. She is an international Motivational Speaker, a weekly columnist for Gulf News and is regularly called upon by the national and international press and media for comment.
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By andy
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At last there is a positive, clear and concise book focusing on managing personal stress and recognising the signs and symptoms of stress in others. Author and Stress Management expert Carole Spiers has condensed her knowledge and experience of managing workplace stress into this very readable book. Packed full of tips, this no nonsense book is a must for everyone who is feeling that stress is begining to impact on their work and relationships and for those managing staff who are finding they cannot cope with pressure.
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Feeling trapped by stress? Here is an excellent guide to the ways out. One of its first points is that stress is different for everyone. So it doesn't give you the cop-out that no-one understands your situation. The different types and causes of stress are painstakingly set out, so you'll recognise yourself in many places, usually as the person under stress, sometimes as the one whose behaviour has caused stress to others!
This lovely book is peppered with lists, self-administered tests, and delightful anecdotes. My own favourite is preparation for a one one-to-one interview where someone may be stressed: a list of what to say - and what not to say!
There are lots more practical hints - keeping a stress diary so you can understand what's causing stress; how to do work-life balance, relaxation, and exercise at work. Also, how to avoid the worst in diet - balanced meals are essential, with lots of 'whats', 'whys' and 'hows', but no recipes! Caffeine and alcohol can help, but only in small quantities; sugar on the other hand will give you a short-term `high' but no other advantages.
This is a book that will set you thinking - really thinking. Yet it's an easy cover-to-cover read. That's partly down to the persuasive content, but also the well-chosen font and relaxed layout - plus the cuddly lion who stars in the brilliant cartoons. If you feel just too stressed to make time for a book about stress, you can dip at random into the middle, use the contents page to get to the topics that are really stressing you, or cheat and jump to the end - where you'll find author Carole Spiers waiting with '10 Quick Stress Management Fixes'. Once you've read this book, you'll want to read it again, and put its wisdom into practice. It'll help you do what it says on the cover: 'Show stress who's boss!'
This lovely book is peppered with lists, self-administered tests, and delightful anecdotes. My own favourite is preparation for a one one-to-one interview where someone may be stressed: a list of what to say - and what not to say!
There are lots more practical hints - keeping a stress diary so you can understand what's causing stress; how to do work-life balance, relaxation, and exercise at work. Also, how to avoid the worst in diet - balanced meals are essential, with lots of 'whats', 'whys' and 'hows', but no recipes! Caffeine and alcohol can help, but only in small quantities; sugar on the other hand will give you a short-term `high' but no other advantages.
This is a book that will set you thinking - really thinking. Yet it's an easy cover-to-cover read. That's partly down to the persuasive content, but also the well-chosen font and relaxed layout - plus the cuddly lion who stars in the brilliant cartoons. If you feel just too stressed to make time for a book about stress, you can dip at random into the middle, use the contents page to get to the topics that are really stressing you, or cheat and jump to the end - where you'll find author Carole Spiers waiting with '10 Quick Stress Management Fixes'. Once you've read this book, you'll want to read it again, and put its wisdom into practice. It'll help you do what it says on the cover: 'Show stress who's boss!'
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Andrew
Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic book, packed full of excellent practical tips and suggestions that can easily be applied and incorporated for everyday use. All the advice can be taken on board in an easily digestible form, and the topics covered give you the chance to create and use your own 'self-help checklists'. This is also a book you can delve into at any time for guidance and for a 'refresher'. I would highly recommend this book to anyone in order for them to help manage their own, and indeed their team's, stress. Although certainly not restricted to, this will be an invaluable tool and asset for anyone in business. So useful, I will be re-reading again. Thank you, Carole!
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