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There's More to Life Than the Corner Office by Lamar Smith
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There's More to Life Than the Corner Office

by Lamar Smith

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McGraw-Hill (2009), Edition: 1, Hardcover, 144 pages

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I'm always searching for good self-help books. I want to learn one new thing everyday, even if it's something as simple as a new word. I've had a thirst for learning for as long as I can remember and if anything, the feeling has became more potent with age. I'm constantly trying to figure out who I am and what I can do to make this world a better place. Sometimes it gets overwhelming and I feel like I'm being swallowed by this huge black hole. I want to do everything, help everyone and I get frustrated because that's impossible. I try to make sure I that I make a difference in any way I can. Whether it's picking up a lost dog and returning it to it's owners or smiling at someone who has beaten up by life. I've never believed that money equals happiness or that your job title defines who you are.

I consider myself very fortunate because I've never been a slave to the dollar. I've always known that having someone truly care about me and my well being means more than a bracelet from Tiffany's. I would rather my husband do a load of laundry than buy me a million diamonds. I want to be shown that I'm cared for by actions not wealth. This is an amazing book that I'm sure will help many people open their eyes about the life they lead and what they can do to become a happier person. ( )
  bridget3420 | Aug 24, 2009 |
Lamar Smith along with Tammy Kling, tell a story of two executives, one a older, successful CEO, the other an up and coming investment banker. One of Al Crafton's goals in life is to invest in others and hopefully teach them what he has learned; sometimes the hard way. He's learned that life is not just about trying to achieve that Corner Office but to live a balanced life and putting what is most important ahead of the quest for getting the next 'gold star'. It's about finding a balance in all the important areas of your life, rather than being caught up in the frantic rat race of what we think success is. This would make a great gift of inspiration to a grad or the CEO of your family. ( )
  J29x11 | Jun 10, 2009 |
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When you�re working in the fast lane, it�s easy to keep your eye trained on personal performance, profitable deals, and every rung of the corporate ladder.. .

But what happens when your climb to success leads to a dead end? When the coveted office with the prime view and corporate board access not only overpowers everything else that�s meaningful�but sabotages your ability to target new opportunities?. .

There�s More to Life Than the Corner Office tells the story of Patrick Mitchell, a young, up-and-coming dealmaker with energy and ideas to burn. Patrick is powered by his desire to stake a claim in his own corner office, until a fateful encounter with business icon Al Crafton changes his life.. .

With a remarkable blend of intelligence, creativity, and patience, the older executive walks him through a set of lessons that forces Patrick to examine his life, his failing marriage, and his career choices�and to see new paths to true fulfillment and unique business prospects. There�s More to Life Than the Corner Office will show you how to:. . Get back in the driver�s seat: Don�t let the status quo direct your career path�only you can tap into the opportunities that can lead to real growth. . Beware of target fixation: When all your energy is focused on one goal, you can lose sight of obstacles that can sabotage your success. . Embrace every opportunity: A balanced, well-rounded life leads to a more objective world view, which can show you new avenues of productivity you�d otherwise miss. .

Packed with insightful wisdom and solid methodologies, There�s More to Life Than the Corner Office will help you plot your own path to spiritual, physical, mental, and career success. Because when you begin the quest for true fulfillment, you�ll be primed to make the most of every moment, every encounter, and every opportunity that comes your way.

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