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David Graeber’s Bullshit Jobs: Book Overview

Looking for an overview of David Graeber’s Bullshit Jobs book? How does he explain pointless jobs and their effects? In Bullshit Jobs, David Graeber describes the types and characteristics of pointless jobs and why they’ve become so widespread. He further explores the psychological impact of working a pointless job and suggests a possible solution to eliminate the need for meaningless work. Read on for an overview of David Graeber’s Bullshit Jobs book.

Building Trust in the Workplace: A Slow but Effective Process

Can you rely on your employees? How do you build trust in the workplace? Building trust in the workplace begins by letting your employees know that they’re valued. In The Fearless Organization, Amy C. Edmondson emphasizes that giving your employees purpose will give them more of a reason to work harder. Keep reading to learn how to build trust with your employees.

The 15 Best Customer Service Books to Boost Your Career

Do you work in customer service? Do you own a customer-facing business? How can you improve your communication skills? Exceptional customer service is the key to a business’s success. If you want customers to buy your products, they need to feel supported at every step of the sales process. Build long-term relationships with consumers with these customer service books.

How to Sell Your Business: Advice From John Warrillow

Why should you sell your business? What is the process of selling your business? In Built to Sell, businessman John Warrillow provides advice on how to make your small business sellable. The best way to do this is to build a business that runs on its own and accepting the best offer possible. Keep reading to learn how to sell your business in the smoothest way.

How to Respond to Failure at Work as a Manager

How do you define failure at work? Does failure have value in the workplace? In The Fearless Organization, Amy C. Edmondson redefines the purpose of failure at work. This helps employees view their mistakes as opportunities to learn so the company can improve. Learn more about why failure at work isn’t such a bad thing.

Want Career Security? Look for a “Linchpin” Job

Why is it increasingly harder to find career security? Which jobs offer the most career security? In Linchpin, Seth Godin argues that becoming a “linchpin” employee—a person with uniquely indispensable skills in an organization—is necessary for career security in today’s tumultuous job market. He further claims that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to earn a living with a non-linchpin job. Read on to learn more about linchpin jobs and why they offer career security, according to Godin.

Reasons to Sell a Business (+ How to Make It Sellable)

What are the reasons to sell a business? Should you hand over the responsibility to someone else? Built to Sell by John Warrillow takes you through the process of running and selling a profitable small business. One of the biggest reasons why you should consider selling your business is because it gives you multiple options in life. Let’s look at a few reasons why you should consider selling your business to the highest bidder.

How to Create and Run a Scalable Business Model

What is a scalable business model? Do you have a product that you specialize in selling? According to John Warrillow’s book Built to Sell, a scalable business is one that focuses on the efficiency of the services it specializes in. If you’re looking to sell your business, you need to find a product that is scalable. Keep reading to learn how to model a scalable business.

How to Become a Leader at Work (Advice for Non-Managers)

Do you have the potential to become a leader at work? What does it take to be a role model for your co-workers? Managers are typically expected to create healthy work environments, but employees can contribute as well. In The Fearless Organization, Amy C. Edmondson says that despite what your role is at work, you too can make a difference. Here’s how to become a leader at work by making co-workers feel psychologically safe.

How to Write Concisely and Clearly: 4 Lessons From Jeff Bezos

When is it better to use words of Anglo-Saxon origin rather than words of Latin or Greek origin? How should you use qualifiers? What’s parallel structure? Simplicity is the most important communication principle that Carmine Gallo discusses in The Bezos Blueprint. Simplicity is clarity: If you want your audience to understand and act on your message, keep it simple. Keep reading to learn how to write concisely and clearly so that you get your message across effectively.