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The art of being brilliant : transform your life by doing what works for you / Andy Cope and Andy Whittaker ; illustrations by Laura E Martin.

O'Reilly Online Learning: Academic/Public Library Edition Available online

O'Reilly Online Learning: Academic/Public Library Edition
Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Cope, Andrew, 1966-
Contributor:
Whittaker, Andy.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Self-actualization (Psychology).
Success--Psychological aspects.
Success.
Creative ability.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xiii, 202 p.) : ill.
Place of Publication:
Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, 2012.
Summary:
A pep talk in your pocket. This short, small, highly illustrated book will fill you to the brim with happiness, positivity, wellbeing and, most importantly, success! Andy Cope and Andy Whittaker are experts in the art of happiness and positive psychology and The Art of Being Brilliant is crammed full of good advice, instructive case studies, inspiring quotes, some funny stuff and important questions to make you think about your work, relationships and life. You see being brilliant, successful and happy isn't about dramatic change, it’s about finding out what really works for you and doing more of it! The authors lay down their six common-sense principles that will ensure you focus on what you’re good at and become super brilliant both at work and at home. A richly illustrated, 2 colour, small book full of humour, inspiring quotes and solid advice. A great read with a serious underlying message - how to foster positivity and bring about success in every aspect of your life. Outlines six common-sense principles that will help you ensure you are the best you can be.
Contents:
Chapter 1: Fishing for Life
Chapter 2: Shiny Happy People
Chapter 3: Some of the People, Some of the Time
Chapter 4: Glowing On the Outside
Chapter 5: Can God Do a Handstand?
Chapter 6: Busyness As Usual
Chapter 7: Pants on the Outside
Chapter 8: Your Beautiful Mind
Chapter 9: Nellie Breaks Free
Chapter 10: Nellie Breaks Free
Chapter 11: The 90/10 Principle
Chapter 12: Tigger is a Trigger (And Eeyore is Too!)
Chapter 13: Beware of the Garbage Trucks
Chapter 14: Chumbawumba
Chapter 15: Share a Hugg
Chapter 16: Strengthening Your Strengths
Chapter 17: Omnipotent Handstands
References.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9781283656283
1283656280
9780857083722
0857083724
OCLC:
826647691

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