Book description
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 facingā¦
Why read it?
1 author picked The Power of Pause as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Pausing before reacting is one of my most powerful tools for making better decisions. I teach this technique in all of my classes and books, and to back up my adviceāI recommend this book.
It reinforces the importance of taking a moment to reflect, which is something I not only recommend when dealing with conflicts and problems but that I practice myself. It is astonishingly hard to do, but I am convinced that my ability to think strategically starts with my ability to pause. It gives me just enough space so that I can choose my response and not justā¦
From Jennifer's list on The best books to help you master your mind and live life fully.
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