Working Smarter
The phrase “work smarter… not harder” has been attributed to an industrial engineer in the 1930s. Allan F. Mogensen developed the idea of “work simplification” and conducted conferences based on the idea for almost 50 years. Although developed to increase efficiency and raise motivation in the engineering sector, the principles have since been translated for all sectors.
Many of us will now be familiar with the idea of “working smarter, not harder”. However, how many of us actually make sure that we put in place the principles that could make our working days so much more enjoyable and effective? If you ever find yourself feeling like a hamster in a wheel then Graham Roberts-Phelps’ book could help you to make the changes you need to start getting somewhere again.
Graham Roberts-Phelps is a consultant in business and personal development, who says he has now personally trained and worked with over 20,000 people from hundreds of organisations in 25 countries. He has now also written ten books on training and business, and his confidence and experience is evident throughout the book.
How many of us actually make sure that we put in place the principles that could make our working days so much more enjoyable and effective?
The subsequent ten chapters provide practical advice related to specific areas, including planning, goal setting, dealing with interruptions, conquering paperwork battles, overcoming procrastination and managing stress and anxiety, as well as miscellaneous tips and ideas. If you don’t want to read the whole book or would like immediate advice about specific areas, you can dip in and out of it and still find something that can help you make a positive change in your working
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Author: Graham Roberts-Phelps
Publisher: Thorogood
Price: £14.99
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