No fight left? No future? Does the handwriting on the wall say utter failure? Harvey Mackay, one of the world’s best-selling motivational and business authors tells you why it isn’t so. He reveals anecdotes and secrets from some of the best and brightest headliners in our world today. Their gripping accounts show that no one is immune to bad judgment or backstabbing. In colorful detail, these remarkable success stories reveal what the best of the best did to get back on top. Each story tells a unique tale and contains valuable lessons that are applicable to any reader who wants his or her career to flourish; indeed, this is the book that will inspire, instill hope . . . and give more than a glimpse into what makes these stalwarts strong. When Fortune magazine called Mackay “Mister Make-Things-Happen,” it was right on the money—getting this amazing group of people from various walks of life to talk openly about their abilities to bounce back shows him to be a master at getting people to divulge some of their defeats and their dreams. Hopeful, tough-minded, and filled with indispensable advice, We Got Fired! . . . And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us will show anyone how to turn a modern bummer into a major blessing. It’s a rarity: a sure thing in our shaky times.
"Would you rather play video games and update your Facebook profile than suffer through a lifetime of stable employment? Then you need How to Get Fired!, the only book guaranteed to ensure you will never become a productive member of society A satirical masterpiece, How to Get Fired! will introduce you to the Four Pillars of Poverty and will encourage you to do all of the top ten actions that most commonly lead to getting fired, including: Dressing Like a Failure! ; Treating Your Job Like College! ; Outsourcing Blame! ; And so much more! Hilarious, informative, timely and relevant, How to Get Fired! is essential reading for everyone about to take that first plunge into the job market, not to mention any employees who wish to remind themselves of some of their less-than-ideal former coworkers"--Page 4 of cover
From an all-star lineup of contributors comes this collection of hilarious-but-true tales of being axed, downsized, booted, pink-slipped, and terminated. Soon to be a touring play and a documentary film.
Employed, unemployed, or FIRED, this is a book for you! Prepare to re-frame your perceptions of what it means to be financially secure and career-stable. In our lay-off prone modern society, this book is a must-read. You are about to discover why losing your job is not the great tragedy it was in previous generations and why it is, in fact, one of the greatest opportunities you will have to change your life! Its time to stop fearing 'being fired' and wake up to the fact it is the best thing that can happen to you. Uncover the five key areas of your life to focus on as you start to build the life your really want, and learn how these 5 areas can provide the foundation for a life more fulfilled, more enriched and more exciting then you could ever have imagined. Filled with practical steps to help you back into the workforce, or to simply rebuild your confidence after losing your job, FIRED is the book you need to get you back on track and start making huge gains in your life.
It can take less than a minute to get fired. Less than a minute to hear the words that change your life as you’ve known it. You’re stunned, shocked, humiliated—because your career has defined your life and you’ve been blindsided. You’re a company Loyalist with a capital L, and you’ve been sucker punched professionally. How do you even talk about this? Countless books focus on leadership and resilience, but none of them take you through what actually happens to women leaders who are suddenly let go, or who endure untenable circumstances and ultimately fire themselves. None of them take you, step by step, through the emotional process of acceptance and beginning again. And that’s where Involuntary Exit comes in. With advice for every unexpected twist, turn, and emotional trigger, this book is based on author Robin Merle’s experience at the top of billion-dollar organizations, as well as her interviews with accomplished women who were suddenly severed from their organizations and navigated their way back to success. The real-life examples she offers in these pages prove that you’re not alone—and that you, too, will get through this. Whether you’ve been fired or need to move on, Involuntary Exit will help you rediscover your value and emerge as a stronger leader on your own terms.
Feel free to scream directly into this book if you need to. It won't judge you, promise! This book gets grief. The good, the bad and the snotty noses. Through a healthy mix of poems, personal testimony, bad jokes and choose-your-own-journey workbook style, ""And Then I Got Fired: One Transqueer's Reflections on Grief, Unemployment & Inappropriate Jokes About Death"", is an unexpected and lively conversation between the author and reader on grief, Black Trans survival and the arts. Whether you are currently moving through grief mode, love a good poem, or just want some tools to deal with painful experiences, this book is for you. More importantly, this book is for all of us who deserve a place to be honest when things get hard.
Business and life globally has changed dramatically over the last couple of years, and who knew that many people would be in a position that would forced them to quickly adjust without having much time to digest the situation. We believe that there has never been a better time to explore a world of opportunities in business that most would never have dreamed of. The enormous possibilities of today's technological advances have given us unlimited access and a vast platform that connects people, places, and concepts worldwide. By embracing these developments, we expand our capacity to reach and take our rightful place in today's business economy. In this book, we provide an overview of what it means to be in business and stay in business. We shed light on the process, provide examples of successful entrepreneurs, showcase situational case study examples, and share a wealth of informative business advice and support. Whether you allow your abilities, talents, and experiences to undergird you as you test the entrepreneurial waters or dive in headfirst is your choice. This book provides the challenge, tools and insights to assist you along the way. Most people have pondered going into business for themselves at one time or another, but most stop after that point without researching whether the concept they are considering is viable or profitable. Recall the many times you pondered starting your own business or creating opportunities for others by way of your dreams but never followed through. Our challenge to you is to follow through with those ideas and abilities and develop innovative ways to create your own future. The book also explores the benefits of starting your business at this time in the global economy. It helps you dissolve apprehensions that may stop you from decisions that can positively affect you, your family, and others around you. Your options depend largely on your knowledge base, skill set, passion, and goals; these will get you from milestone to milestone even if you consider any of them insignificant. The key is momentum. Challenges are inevitable, but the way you handle them and react (or not react) to them will determine how they impact what you are seeking to achieve. You will find that in going into business for yourself, the biggest challenge is you. This has been one of the main driving forces in striving to help others by way of this collaborative entrepreneurial focussed project. The experience gained from challenges and the clients we have been privileged to assist over the years has helped us to get out of "our own way." The beauty of this project for us, as international consultants, is the knowledge that the growth process in business is a constant, and assisting others along the way is a joy. Take the opportunity now to create your future and tap into the possibilities that are around you.
Take a deep breath and learn how to deal with a bad work situation: “Like having an employment attorney on call. . . . It’s exactly what employees need.” —Alison Green, author of Ask A Manager USA Best Book Award Winner Hate your job? Ready to quit? Facing a layoff before you even have a chance to quit? Is your boss is a flaming jerk? Think you might have a lawsuit? If any of these scenarios apply to you, you are facing a crucial career moment—and mistakes and misinformation will cost you dearly. In Stand Up for Yourself Without Getting Fired, celebrated attorney Donna Ballman provides winning answers to these and many more tough questions, such as: I think they’re getting ready to lay me off. What can I do? My boss is creating a hostile environment. Can I sue? What does it mean if I sign a paper saying I’m an independent contractor and not an employee? Am I exempt from overtime? Whether you’re a recent college grad or an almost-retiree, newly employed or laid off after twenty years; gay or straight; single or married with kids; janitor or CEO . . . Stand Up for Yourself Without Getting Fired will give you the specific and relevant advice you need to face any career-threatening situation . . . and come out ahead.
I need a new bum! Mine's got a crack. I can see in the mirror a crack in the back. What to do when you need a new bum? Should you get one that's blue or yellow spotted? A Chevy bum, a rocket bum that's all fire and thrust, or a robo-bum? The options are endless - but wait, Dad's bum crack is showing too? Maybe this is contagious.
No fight left? No future? Does the handwriting on the wall say utter failure? Harvey Mackay, one of the world’s best-selling motivational and business authors tells you why it isn’t so. He reveals anecdotes and secrets from some of the best and brightest headliners in our world today. Their gripping accounts show that no one is immune to bad judgment or backstabbing. In colorful detail, these remarkable success stories reveal what the best of the best did to get back on top. Each story tells a unique tale and contains valuable lessons that are applicable to any reader who wants his or her career to flourish; indeed, this is the book that will inspire, instill hope . . . and give more than a glimpse into what makes these stalwarts strong. When Fortune magazine called Mackay “Mister Make-Things-Happen,” it was right on the money—getting this amazing group of people from various walks of life to talk openly about their abilities to bounce back shows him to be a master at getting people to divulge some of their defeats and their dreams. Hopeful, tough-minded, and filled with indispensable advice, We Got Fired! . . . And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us will show anyone how to turn a modern bummer into a major blessing. It’s a rarity: a sure thing in our shaky times. Originally published as We Got Fired!
