Don't Sweat the Small Stuff at Work: Simple Ways to Minimize Stress and Conflict

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff at Work: Simple Ways to Minimize Stress and Conflict

by Richard Carlson

4.7 (739)

4.7 stars from 739 reviews. Top 93% of Self Help books we track.

288 pages~4.8 hr readPublished by Shih pao wen hua chʻu pan chʻi yeh ku fen yu hsien kung ssuPublished 1999-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

  • You're juggling high-pressure deadlines and difficult workplace relationships, and you need concrete strategies that actually work.
  • You want to improve how you interact with colleagues and bosses without quitting your job or overhauling your entire life.
  • You've read the original Don't Sweat the Small Stuff and want workplace-specific advice that applies to your actual job.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You're looking for a book that will help you decide whether to leave your job. This focuses on managing stress within your current role, not finding a new one.
  • You prefer long, narrative-driven self-help books with stories and case studies rather than straightforward practical tips.
  • You need clinical psychology or therapeutic treatment for serious anxiety or burnout. This is practical advice, not mental health treatment.

About this book

Richard Carlson offers job stress management tips and techniques in this guide to handling high-tension work environments. The book shows how to stop worrying about aspects of your work beyond your control and develop more productive and positive interactions with colleagues, clients, and bosses. Key topics covered include managing rush deadlines without rushing, transforming your outlook and preparing for the day ahead, enjoying corporate travel, and recovering from difficult days. The book includes forewords by Robin Sharma and Kristine Carlson.

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