Who Moved My Cheese?: An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life by Spencer Johnson  (110)  £4.25

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A delightful corporate fable, based on the experiences of real people, "A Peacock in the Land of Penguins" follows the adventures of Perry the Peacock and other exotic birds as they try to make their way in the Land of Penguins. Their story is both entertaining and enlightening. It is a tale of the perils and possibilities of being "different" in a world that values comfort, safety and the predictability of conformity. Perry the Peacock is a bright, talented, colourful bird who is recruited to live in the Land of Penguins. He soon runs into problems because the penguins have established an organizational climate that is formal, bureaucratic and governed by a vast array of written and unwritten rules. Although his talent is recognized, his different and unusual style makes the penguins feel threatened. Vivid imagery portrays a story that is unfolding each and every day in organizations across the country as they attempt to manage the increasing diversity of the workforce and capture the talent, energy and commitment of all employees. As this book shows, being "different" is much more than a matter of race and gender. Diversity in its fullest sense involves a broad range of human uniqueness - personality, work style, perception and attitudes, values and lifestyle, work ethic, world view, communication style, and much more. Valuing diversity means appreciating and encouraging people to be who they really are, helping them to develop their full potential, and utilizing their special talents, skills, ideas and creativity. "A Peacock in the Land of Penguins" brings new insight to the much-discussed issues of diversity in the workplace. Through the medium of a fable, this book helps readers see what can happen when we try to express ourselves fully and courageously in a chilly corporate culture.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: You are not alone, but help is not at hand..., 16 Aug 2000 By A Customer This is a quick read and will help all troubled "peacocks" to know that they are not alone. The book resonated well with me in its representation of unsupportive and supportive corporate cultures. The book does not provide clear guidance on how to be a "Peacock in the Land of Penguins". The strategies for survival will help you to "embrace your uniqueness" in supportive or ambivalent cultures, but they would be cold comfort in an out-and-out hostile environment. If you are in such a place and need insirpation then you don't need this book, just do like Perry and get another job.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: The best 15 minutes youll spend in redevelopment this year!, 2 Jan 1997 By A Customer BJ's lively parable is a charming instructor, a souvenir of a memorable exploration of "fitting in" and a companion showing that we are not only NOT ALONE in the world, but that the very things about us that make us feel most alone make us also MOST VALUABLE. Perry the Peacock's imaginatively illustrated and delightful story suits children of all ages and adults connected with organizations of any kind-business, non-profit, social services, etc. Fifteen pages of identifiers, resources and strategies make this second edition a book you will buy by the dozen rather than loan out.