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The greatest managers in the world seem to have little in common. They differ in sex, age, and race. They employ vastly different styles and focus on different goals. Yet despite their differences, great managers share one common trait: They do not hesitate to break virtually every rule held sacred by conventional wisdom. They do not believe that, with enough training, a person can achieve anything he sets his mind to. They do not try to help people overcome their weaknesses. They consistently disregard the golden rule. And, yes, they even play favorites. This amazing book explains why.

Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman of the Gallup Organization present the remarkable findings of their massive in-depth study of great managers across a wide variety of situations. Some were in leadership positions. Others were front-line supervisors. Some were in Fortune 500 companies; others were key players in small, entrepreneurial companies. Whatever their situations, the managers who ultimately became the focus of Gallup''s research were invariably those who excelled at turning each employee''s talent into performance.

In today''s tight labor markets, companies compete to find and keep the best employees, using pay, benefits, promotions, and training. But these well-intentioned efforts often miss the mark. The front-line manager is the key to attracting and retaining talented employees. No matter how generous its pay or how renowned its training, the company that lacks great front-line managers will suffer. Buckingham and Coffman explain how the best managers select an employee for talent rather than for skills or experience; how they set expectations for him or her -- they define the right outcomes rather than the right steps; how they motivate people -- they build on each person''s unique strengths rather than trying to fix his weaknesses; and, finally, how great managers develop people -- they find the right fit for each person, not the next rung on the ladder. And perhaps most important, this research -- which initially generated thousands of different survey questions on the subject of employee opinion -- finally produced the twelve simple questions that work to distinguish the strongest departments of a company from all the rest. This book is the first to present this essential measuring stick and to prove the link between employee opinions and productivity, profit, customer satisfaction, and the rate of turnover.

There are vital performance and career lessons here for managers at every level, and, best of all, the book shows you how to apply them to your own situation.

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You are not alone.
Women today are working, juggling, achieving, succeeding, and beating expectations at every turna "and they are less happy than ever. Which is why theya (TM)re turning to the expert who has helped millions of people find, focus on, and benefit from their strengths. From his decades of research at the Gallup Organization to years of walking business executives through the a oestrengths revolution, a Marcus has gained an international reputation for practical, realistic, and life-changing advice.
Find Your Strongest Life helps women apply this expertise to their own lives, marrying success and happiness in ways that prove women really can a oehave it all.a
a oeThis is an insightful and empowering messagea "you must read Find Your Strongest Life.a a " Robin McGraw, #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author

Read "Find Your Strongest Life" and discover:

• How to make the most of the role you were born to play
• How to get others to understand who you really are
• The successful strategies of other women like you

Check out what women are already saying about "Find Your Strongest Life."

Brooke: When I read the "Ten Myths" that opened the book, I was completely hooked. The statistics are interesting and fresh. I also related to the problem that sets up the book: "Which parts of me should I cut out?" As I read, I could see myself in the Marcus's big-picture analysis and statistics. The early part of the book made me anticipate a breakthrough. And Marcus delivered. Overall, he explains a woman's dilemma perfectly . . . in fresh terms with a unique spin. The main ideas in each chapter were so engaging. Chapter 6 in particular is worth the price of the book. I have already started looking for strong moments in my life, and I want to tell every woman I know to do the same. It is definitely life-changing.

Rebecca: It was really good. It was awesome. And to be honest, perfect timing for my life. I'm REALLY in that place. I can't tell you how badly I've been depressed for the last several months just trying to figure out what to do differently so I'm not so miserable. On one hand, I'm grateful I have a job still. I have a mortgage and bills and all that. But on the other hand...I can't continue to work at a job that gets me nowhere, is not rewarding, not challenging, and mentally drains me. I really have started avoiding my family because I've become so rude and snippy. It's a bad cycle. BUT...God willing this year (sooner than later) I will be able to put this behind me and do what I love: ) Even if it's making half as much money. Thanks for thinking of me to read this. I needed it
Delaney: I was on a plane as I finished reading the manuscript. I was going to be with my daughter who is a law student. As I finished the pages, Marcus helped me gain a new understanding of myself that stood out like a neon sign: I am the person who helps others build infrastructure, get through situations, and set everything right. It goes beyond motherhood. I am an event planner by birth. I see big pictures and the components necessary to get from vision to execution. The content helped me to reframe my own thinking. Very helpful. I'm excited to take the online test and see which role I'm born to play.
Jennifer: As a working mother, I found the concept of the book fascinating. There are daily struggles of trying to balance being the perfect wife, mother, and employee, and the book helped me truly understand how to navigate all those demands.

En La mujer que lo tiene todo, Marcus Buckingham revela la clave poderosa para traer satisfaccion, paz y control a la vida de una mujer.
En el mundo de hoy, ?puede verdaderamente una mujer "tenerlo todo"? ?Una carrera satisfactoria llena de pasion y rendimiento? ?Una creencia de que ella verdaderamente esta llegando a ser la mejor version autentica de si misma? ?Una vida feliz y sana fuera del trabajo?

En La mujer que lo tiene todo, Marcus Buckingham revela la poderosa clave para ayudar a las mujeres a sacar suficiente fuerza de la vida para sentirse realizadas, amadas, exitosas y con dominio propio. Es mas, el ayuda a las mujeres a reconectarse con su proposito y ofrece un punto de partida para el cambio. Un mensaje basado en investigaciones que se aplican al trabajo y la vida, La mujer que lo tiene todo muestra a las mujeres una "teoria unificada" para como realmente poder tenerlo todo.

Have you given up on a oehaving it alla ? Or maybe youa (TM)re so busy having it all that you cana (TM)t figure out how to enjoy it? Maybe, you dona (TM)t even know what a oealla youa (TM)re supposed to have anymore?
You are not alone.
Women today are working, juggling, achieving, succeeding, and beating expectations at every turna "and they are less happy than ever. Which is why theya (TM)re turning to the expert who has helped millions of people find, focus on, and benefit from their strengths. From his decades of research at the Gallup Organization to years of walking business executives through the a oestrengths revolution, a Marcus has gained an international reputation for practical, realistic, and life-changing advice.
Find Your Strongest Life helps women apply this expertise to their own lives, marrying success and happiness in ways that prove women really can a oehave it all.a
a oeThis is an insightful and empowering messagea "you must read Find Your Strongest Life.a a " Robin McGraw, #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author

Here''s what one woman had to say about Marcus Buckingham''s Find Your Strongest Life:

If I ever see Marcus Buckingham in person, I''m going to shake his hand and tell him thank you. Find Your Strongest Life has been one of the most eye-opening books I''ve read in a quite a while. Everyone always says that, don''t they? Why is this book any different? Well, for starters, if you''re a woman and you''ve ever had questions about your career (no matter your age, your marital status, or whether you''re in the workforce or at home), you should read this book. If you''ve ever wondered why "juggling" your job, your family, your friends, and your own sanity seems like an impossible ideal, you should read this book-you''ll find a new, revolutionary way to approach life so that you feel strong, successful, satisfied, and in control. If you are not sure what you really want to do or what you''re even good at doing, you should read this book. I believe it should be mandatory reading.

The advice, the truths, and the misconceptions about women that Marcus uses research to explore can be applied to every woman in any area of life. But most importantly, the way he presents his ideas provide readers with a new way of looking at themselves, their strengths, weaknesses, and desires and helps you find the hope and confidence to find your strongest life.

The subtitle was what really got my attention: "What the happiest and most successful women do differently." I was prepared to read stories of the women whose lives we follow in the media-Oprah, Martha Stewart, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama-high-profile women. Powerful women. But the stories weren''t about those women. The stories were about us. Me. You. Women who held several jobs until they found the one that suited them best. Single mothers who struggled to make ends meet while searching for a job that didn''t drain them. Women who finally realized what their strengths were and then formed careers that they truly enjoyed.

This book was especially relevant to me because I''m struggling with my career choices and the stress is overwhelming. Not a good sign. I did all the things I thought I was supposed to do to become successful. I went to college, took an internship, and started to make connections. I took on smaller jobs until I was offered a full-time position and I continued to advance in the company.

The hours were tough, the pressure was constant, and even though I was good at my job and loved what I did initially, after a few years, it became a chore to go to work. I got tired of deadlines and difficult clients and when I felt completely burned out, I looked for another job. My only requirements were no work on weekends and no constant deadlines. I didn''t really even care what industry it was in, I just wanted out of my current situation. And I got exactly what I asked for.

I took a job in a different industry. I don''t work weekends or long hours. I don''t have deadlines. I also don''t get to be creative or interact with clients. I make more money but realize it isn''t worth it. I feel drained, stuck, and dissatisfied. The stress from dreading my job affects other areas of my life. I don''t enjoy my free time. I don''t visit my family as much. I feel useless and lost. Sounds awful, doesn''t it?

I read Your Strength for Life in one sitting (which I never do). It couldn''t have come at a more perfect time. After completing the exercises and understanding what I need in my life to feel successful, I''m really looking forward to the future. This time, I will be intentional in what I pursue, confident in my strengths, and accepting of my weaknesses.

One of the great issues Marcus talks about is defining what "all" means to you, as in, "Can I have it all?" A satisfying career, healthy relationships, if you''re married, a strong marriage, if you''re a parent, strong kids. His point is that you can have it all in life, but it has to be the right kind of all. You can''t have every possible opportunity or attain some culturally forced ideal. But you can have everything that you value and everything you long for so long as you learn to find your strongest life. This was profound for me. I had never actually defined what my "all" was. I had made list upon list of goals I wanted to achieve in life (buy a house, make x amount of money a year, buy a bigger house, make even more money the next year), but I''d never defined what I wanted my life to actually look like.

So I did as a result of this book. And I realized my "all" is to have a career where I feel I''m helping people and interacting with people, even if it means making less money. I want to be able to spend quality time with my family now. Which means I need to cut out many of the distractions I''ve been cramming into my life just to stay busy.

You might be struggling with whether to stay home with your kids or go back to work. You might know what you want to do but not be sure how to make that change. You might not know what you''re really good at but know it''s not what you''re doing now. What risks should you take? What makes you happy? What gets in the way of your happiness? Don''t you think it''s about time to find out?

These principles in this book can take you to a stronger life and help you discover what you''re really passionate about. By learning what your strengths are, you can learn to build stronger relationships with your spouse, your children, your family, and your friendships. You really can find strength in your abilities and the confidence it takes to make decisions about your future. You can be successful and happy. And you can start right now. 

From the coauthor of the million copy bestsellers First, Break All the Rules and Now, Discover Your Strengths

Marcus Buckingham jump-started the Strengths movement that is now sweeping the work world with his first two blockbusters. Now, he answers the ultimate question: How can you actually apply your strengths for maximum success at work? Research data show that most people do not come close to making full use of their assets at work. Go Put Your Strengths to Work will reveal the hidden dimensions of your strengths through a six-step, six-week experience that will tell you:

• Why your strengths aren''t "what you are good at" and your weaknesses aren''t "what you are bad at."

• How to use the four telltale signs to identify your strengths.

• The simple steps you can take each week to push your time at work toward those activities that strengthen you, and how to cut out those that don''t.

• How to talk to your boss and your colleagues about your strengths without sounding like you''re bragging, and your weaknesses without sounding like you''re whining.

• The fifteen-minute weekly ritual that will keep you on your strengths path for your entire career.

As part of the program you''ll take an online Strength Engagement Track, a powerful gauge to measure the level of engagement of your or your team''s strengths. Go Put Your Strengths to Work will open up exciting uncharted territory for you and your organization. Join the strengths movement, and thrive.