Stoic at work : ancient wisdom to make your job a bit less annoying / Annie Lawson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lawson, Annie, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Business communication.

Decision making.

Philosophy, Ancient.

Problem solving.

Quality of life.

Stoics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Crows Nest, NSW : Murdoch Books, [2023]

Summary:

In 'Stoic at Work', Annie Lawson draws on ancient Stoic philosophy, particularly the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, to address modern workplace frustrations. Through humor and practical advice, Lawson presents a series of rules designed to help readers navigate the complexities and challenges of working life. Emphasizing the Stoic principle of focusing on what is within one's control, the book offers strategies to transform the workplace from a source of irritation to a more tolerable or even enjoyable environment. It targets professionals seeking personal development and improved workplace dynamics. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Dedication

Title page

Contents

Introduction

RULE 1: Accept that people are annoying

RULE 2: Accept that even bosses can be annoying

RULE 3: Don't use corporate flubber

RULE 4: Don't deliberately confuse audiences

RULE 5: Be prepared for things to go off the rails

RULE 6: Think less

RULE 7: Abandon irrelevant meetings

RULE 8: Beware technology in meetings

RULE 9: Do something. Anything

RULE 10: Do nothing

RULE 11: Don't procrastinate

RULE 12: Care, but don't care

RULE 13: Suck up, but don't suck up

RULE 14: Don't freak out

RULE 15: Jolly others (and yourself) along

RULE 16: Pretend to be disciplined

RULE 17: Don't complain

RULE 18: Don't weaponise cc

RULE 19: Double-check emails before sending

RULE 20: Don't eat pretzels on the toilet

RULE 21: Use empty platitudes to cushion negative feedback

RULE 22: Don't get caught slagging people off

RULE 23: Make a decision

RULE 24: Have a purpose

RULE 25: Don't shag the boss

RULE 26: Check whether casual Fridays are actually casual

RULE 27: Don't get (too) drunk at work events

RULE 28: Use deodorant

RULE 29: Don't be upset by constructive criticism

RULE 30: Train like an athlete to tackle approvals

RULE 31: Don't resist change

RULE 32: Have a side project

RULE 33: Take a cosmic perspective

RULE 34: Don't squander time

RULE 35: Say no

RULE 36: Keep expectations low to avoid disappointment

RULE 37: Listen more

RULE 38: Don't employ toxic people

RULE 39 Embrace team-building days (no matter how excruciating)

RULE 40: Keep expectations low with presentations and spreadsheets

RULE 41: Don't boast about work on social media

RULE 42: Minimise desk clutter

RULE 43: Remember, work happiness lies between fear and boredom

RULE 44: Eat with caution.

RULE 45: Be likeable, but not too likeable

RULE 46: Bring yourself to work, but not your whole self

RULE 47: Manage your ego

RULE 48: Resign well

RULE 49: Win Lotto

Notes

Acknowledgements

Copyright

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Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Lawson, Annie Stoic at Work

ISBN:

9781761187520

176118752X

OCLC:

1394119040