"This book could save your organization, your career, and your life!" -- Richard Boyatzis, coauthor of Primal Leadership A new generation of business leaders is turning to mindfulness (a technique for learning to live in the present moment) as a cutting-edge leadership tool. Scientific research suggests that mindfulness can help individuals gain clarity, reduce stress, optimize performance, and develop a greater sense of well-being. Michael Carroll, corporate executive and longtime buddhist meditation teacher, presents ten key principles of mindfulness and how they apply to leading groups and organizations. Using engaging stories and practical exercises, he addresses how to: * heal the "toxic workplace," where anxiety and stress impede performance * cultivate courage and confidence in the face of workplace difficulties * lead with wisdom and gentleness, not just with ambition and power * start a personal meditation practice to develop your innate leadership talents Michael Carroll has consulted with major corporations and business schools on bringing mindfulness into the workplace, including Proctor & Gamble, the Walt Disney Company, and the Wharton School of Business. He is the founding director of AAW Associates, a consulting group that helps organizations and individuals rediscover balance and well-being while pursuing professional success.
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