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papidoc's review against another edition
5.0
This is a sequel to Fish! A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results, in which the authors provide both extended and shorter real-life accounts that illustrate the key points they made in their first book. It is intended as a stand alone volume, so the principles are repeated, though not in as much depth as in the first book. It's short and sweet and simple, but my experience has been the the simple things in life are often the best.
Their stories (and accompanying commentary) focus on the following four principles:
1. Play: Find ways to make work and other responsibilities and relationships fun, and in doing so, create positive energy at home, at work, or anywhere.
2. Make Their Day: Engage fellow employees, customers, family, friends, or even total strangers and find ways to "make their day."
3. Be There: Make sure you are fully available and aware when interacting with others. Create a greater sense of intimacy between yourself and those around you. "Awareness is all."
4. Choose Your Attitude: Each day we choose our responses to events and interactions in the world around us. We decide how to act...the choice is ours and, the way we choose to act will almost invariably influence others.
The authors finish up the book with a twelve week suggested program, complete with goals and guiding questions for reflection that relate to each of the four principles. Essentially, it is a roadmap for implementing their ideas, and it is worth giving it the time. There is nothing really new in the book, but they have an engaging writing style, and the examples and stories make it work. And of course, if it addresses fundamentally true principles, one wouldn't expect it to be different from other insightful books on these issues. Nonetheless, its a wonderful little book, and (I think) better than the original because it deals in real world stories and the "how to" of implementation.
Their stories (and accompanying commentary) focus on the following four principles:
1. Play: Find ways to make work and other responsibilities and relationships fun, and in doing so, create positive energy at home, at work, or anywhere.
2. Make Their Day: Engage fellow employees, customers, family, friends, or even total strangers and find ways to "make their day."
3. Be There: Make sure you are fully available and aware when interacting with others. Create a greater sense of intimacy between yourself and those around you. "Awareness is all."
4. Choose Your Attitude: Each day we choose our responses to events and interactions in the world around us. We decide how to act...the choice is ours and, the way we choose to act will almost invariably influence others.
The authors finish up the book with a twelve week suggested program, complete with goals and guiding questions for reflection that relate to each of the four principles. Essentially, it is a roadmap for implementing their ideas, and it is worth giving it the time. There is nothing really new in the book, but they have an engaging writing style, and the examples and stories make it work. And of course, if it addresses fundamentally true principles, one wouldn't expect it to be different from other insightful books on these issues. Nonetheless, its a wonderful little book, and (I think) better than the original because it deals in real world stories and the "how to" of implementation.
innae's review against another edition
4.0
Loved this book. I keep hoping I will be able to employ some of the ideas at my office...which has been a big sucking place of doom for awhile now.
papi's review against another edition
5.0
This is a sequel to Fish! A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results, in which the authors provide both extended and shorter real-life accounts that illustrate the key points they made in their first book. It is intended as a stand alone volume, so the principles are repeated, though not in as much depth as in the first book. It's short and sweet and simple, but my experience has been the the simple things in life are often the best.
Their stories (and accompanying commentary) focus on the following four principles:
1. Play: Find ways to make work and other responsibilities and relationships fun, and in doing so, create positive energy at home, at work, or anywhere.
2. Make Their Day: Engage fellow employees, customers, family, friends, or even total strangers and find ways to "make their day."
3. Be There: Make sure you are fully available and aware when interacting with others. Create a greater sense of intimacy between yourself and those around you. "Awareness is all."
4. Choose Your Attitude: Each day we choose our responses to events and interactions in the world around us. We decide how to act...the choice is ours and, the way we choose to act will almost invariably influence others.
The authors finish up the book with a twelve week suggested program, complete with goals and guiding questions for reflection that relate to each of the four principles. Essentially, it is a roadmap for implementing their ideas, and it is worth giving it the time. There is nothing really new in the book, but they have an engaging writing style, and the examples and stories make it work. And of course, if it addresses fundamentally true principles, one wouldn't expect it to be different from other insightful books on these issues. Nonetheless, its a wonderful little book, and (I think) better than the original because it deals in real world stories and the "how to" of implementation.
Their stories (and accompanying commentary) focus on the following four principles:
1. Play: Find ways to make work and other responsibilities and relationships fun, and in doing so, create positive energy at home, at work, or anywhere.
2. Make Their Day: Engage fellow employees, customers, family, friends, or even total strangers and find ways to "make their day."
3. Be There: Make sure you are fully available and aware when interacting with others. Create a greater sense of intimacy between yourself and those around you. "Awareness is all."
4. Choose Your Attitude: Each day we choose our responses to events and interactions in the world around us. We decide how to act...the choice is ours and, the way we choose to act will almost invariably influence others.
The authors finish up the book with a twelve week suggested program, complete with goals and guiding questions for reflection that relate to each of the four principles. Essentially, it is a roadmap for implementing their ideas, and it is worth giving it the time. There is nothing really new in the book, but they have an engaging writing style, and the examples and stories make it work. And of course, if it addresses fundamentally true principles, one wouldn't expect it to be different from other insightful books on these issues. Nonetheless, its a wonderful little book, and (I think) better than the original because it deals in real world stories and the "how to" of implementation.
frustratedangel's review against another edition
4.0
This book challenges the reader to go out of the box and be master of his/her work universe. Since we spend so much time at work, this was an insightful and refreshing read for me. A good boost and timely reminder to being the difference one wants to see.
Basically, the four principles advocated by the book are:
Play - Play and work can coexist. Playing at work means creating a fun and enjoyable working atmosphere geared towards creativity and productivity. In putting the fun element to ones work or even just tasks we are expected to accomplish at home or school, it allows one to put more value to it not only for oneself but also for other.
Make Their Day - The key is to be the best version you can be when servicing others. A little touch of kindness indeed goes a long way.
Be There - It is easy to be trapped in multi-tasking because you feel you are doing more in a shorter period of time. However, in hindsight, it only leaves you starting a lot but finishing a few. Being present in the moment and at the task in front of you is the way towards efficiency. It also translates and speaks volume on the importance of wholeheartedness to what you do.
Choose Your Attitude - "The only thing I own is what I think." Ultimately, how we act roots from what we think. How we see things affects how we choose to react to things. Acknowledging this and proactively engaging ourselves in the choices we make counts the most.
Basically, the four principles advocated by the book are:
Play - Play and work can coexist. Playing at work means creating a fun and enjoyable working atmosphere geared towards creativity and productivity. In putting the fun element to ones work or even just tasks we are expected to accomplish at home or school, it allows one to put more value to it not only for oneself but also for other.
Make Their Day - The key is to be the best version you can be when servicing others. A little touch of kindness indeed goes a long way.
Be There - It is easy to be trapped in multi-tasking because you feel you are doing more in a shorter period of time. However, in hindsight, it only leaves you starting a lot but finishing a few. Being present in the moment and at the task in front of you is the way towards efficiency. It also translates and speaks volume on the importance of wholeheartedness to what you do.
Choose Your Attitude - "The only thing I own is what I think." Ultimately, how we act roots from what we think. How we see things affects how we choose to react to things. Acknowledging this and proactively engaging ourselves in the choices we make counts the most.
saadamansayyed's review against another edition
4.0
The book was good, and unlike the first book with a completely fictional company, they included brands like Sprint™ and major businesses (atleast in their areas) emulating the Famous Pike Fish Market people. But, it feels slightly off with the writing - some parts were dry interviews. But good for any business-y people who want to create a good workspace environment.
benedorm's review against another edition
3.0
It's fine for what it is. It's easy reading, and if you buy into the philosophy, you might find some useful tips.
canadianbookworm's review against another edition
4.0
Really good, much better than I thought.
I am already doing some of this and realizing where I need work in some areas.
I am trying to make people's day.
I am not always in the moment, but I am recognizing that more often.
Unlearning some of those habits isn't easy
I am already doing some of this and realizing where I need work in some areas.
I am trying to make people's day.
I am not always in the moment, but I am recognizing that more often.
Unlearning some of those habits isn't easy
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