Adversity Quotient at Work: Finding Your Hidden Capacity for Getting Things Done
Product DescriptionTurn adversity into success!In 1997, Paul Stoltz unleashed a revolution with his groundbreaking book Adversity Quotient: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities, introducing the concept of the Adversity Quotient into public consciousness. Now, in Adversity Quotient at Work, the eagerly anticipated follow-up, Stoltz applies the principles of his brilliant theory to the uniquely challenging environment of the workplace. Adversity Quotient at Work teaches readers how to hire and retain highly motivated and talented workers, develop employees to their full potential, and create a leadership culture that encourages all to put forth their best efforts and maximize their performance capabilities. Based on research perform. . . More >>
Adversity Quotient at Work: Finding Your Hidden Capacity for Getting Things Done
Tags: Adversity, Capacity, Done, Finding, Getting, Hidden, Quotient, Things, Work
Posted on January 17th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
The latest version of the utterly nonscientific and kind of silly AQ “theory”—and I use that term loosely. Razor thin on real science, but knee deep in sappy motivational homilies and feel good slogans. I think we can anticipate some additional titles soon—AQ at school, AQ in the boardroom, and the ultimate expression of AQ “theory”—AQ in the bedroom. There are an unlimited number of contexts for this “theory” to be applied to. . . each less convincing than the former. Want to be happier and more successful at work? This one won’t help.
Rating: 1 / 5
Posted on January 17th, 2010 at 11:19 pm
Dear ANONYMOUS Reader from Sedona: I’m sorry to say, but you’re all wrong. You obviously did not read Stoltz’s “Turning Obstacles into Opportunities”. You cannot appreciate the value of the metaphor when you don’t know anything about the extensive investigation and thorough scientific research behind it. That’s a stupid as thinking you can learn to drive by reading the operators manual of a car. The metaphor is not the method itself. The book is well worth reading AFTER reading “Turning Obstacles into Opportunities”.
Rating: 5 / 5
Posted on January 18th, 2010 at 12:48 am
You’re not a victim! Take responsibility, put on your climbing boots and start the climb! If you’re a business leader and you have conflict and apathy in your organization this book is the antidote.
Rating: 5 / 5
Posted on January 18th, 2010 at 2:14 am
I have read and implimented this book into much in my organization and personal life. The book isn’t all inclusive, but is nonetheless extememly valuable and useful in developing individual ability to deal with adversity and change. I have read hundreds of business book and would put this in my top 10.
Rating: 5 / 5