Review of The Pro-Achievement Principle
Posted: 17 Sep 2021, 02:12
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Pro-Achievement Principle" by Dr. Deborah Bright.]
Have you ever wondered why some workplaces brim with cheerful employees whose evident bustle and swagger declare their pride in their workplace? Or why other workplaces teem with employees who seem out of sync, out of tune, and out of touch with their workforces, markets, and competitive landscapes? Well, in this book you will find the answers.
The book is the first bizlet in The Pro-Achievement Series to be published by the Bright press. A ‘bizlet’ is a term invented by the aforementioned press to describe a book that can be conveniently read ‘’in the time it takes to fly from Chicago to New York City.’’
According to a recent study, a generation of leaders in large companies is out of touch with their workforces, markets, and competitive landscapes. The Pro- Achievement Principle emphasizes the importance of collaborating in creative ways for every member of the workforce to add value in everything they do. According to the book, the key to success in the workplace is “artfully introducing new leadership approaches that particularly appeal to a new generation of employees while at the same time honoring the time-tested behaviors and attributes that inspire trust, build a sense of community, and motivate employees to improve performance.” Deborah Bright designed it to help teams and their participants achieve the expectations they desire in the workplace. It is supposed to help them develop the right attitude and motivation for the workplace. Attitude is influenced by the work environment. The contents of this ‘bizlet’ will guide you on how you can help create a work environment full of employees and coworkers that work with a sense of pride and enthusiasm in a way that contributes value to both the organization and its customers.
In this book, you will learn among other things that a positive attitude in the workplace is not enough. Not only is the real meaning of a ‘positive attitude’ vague, but it is also often subject to misinterpretation.
I found the text very insightful. The author has used plenty of quotes to amplify the authenticity of her teachings. She has also used anecdotes as examples of life experiences where some of the principles in the book might be applied. One chapter contains interview scenarios and questions which might be useful to an employer in selecting the right candidate. ‘Takeaways’ at the end of each chapter provide a summary of the main points discussed in the concluded chapter. Each chapter contains information that is independent on its own, meaning that one does not necessarily have to start reading from the first chapter for the book to make sense. This is one of those books that you will always gain something new from no matter how many times you read it.
However, the text contained several issues of redundancy which made it sound boring and monotonous. I think the author should also have provided a more logical structure to it to make for a classic ‘bizlet’. She should also have included an appendix to explain some terms that are part of the pro-achievement principles. Such terms include negativists, entitlists, perfectionists, responsibleness, and a host of other terms.
The text was logically structured, enabling me to understand the author's arguments. Her choice of language also enhanced her professionalism. Several examples have also been used to enhance its allure and aid in passing across the message. Most of the advice is practical, hence easy to follow. The editing was flawless.
Due to its educative nature, I award it 3 out of 4 stars. Had it been more logically structured, I would have considered awarding it one more star.
I recommend the book to all company personnel, regardless of their positions. CEOs, managers, HR departments, and subordinate staff who aim to make an impact in the company and hopefully climb the corporate ladder will benefit through this book.
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The Pro-Achievement Principle
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Have you ever wondered why some workplaces brim with cheerful employees whose evident bustle and swagger declare their pride in their workplace? Or why other workplaces teem with employees who seem out of sync, out of tune, and out of touch with their workforces, markets, and competitive landscapes? Well, in this book you will find the answers.
The book is the first bizlet in The Pro-Achievement Series to be published by the Bright press. A ‘bizlet’ is a term invented by the aforementioned press to describe a book that can be conveniently read ‘’in the time it takes to fly from Chicago to New York City.’’
According to a recent study, a generation of leaders in large companies is out of touch with their workforces, markets, and competitive landscapes. The Pro- Achievement Principle emphasizes the importance of collaborating in creative ways for every member of the workforce to add value in everything they do. According to the book, the key to success in the workplace is “artfully introducing new leadership approaches that particularly appeal to a new generation of employees while at the same time honoring the time-tested behaviors and attributes that inspire trust, build a sense of community, and motivate employees to improve performance.” Deborah Bright designed it to help teams and their participants achieve the expectations they desire in the workplace. It is supposed to help them develop the right attitude and motivation for the workplace. Attitude is influenced by the work environment. The contents of this ‘bizlet’ will guide you on how you can help create a work environment full of employees and coworkers that work with a sense of pride and enthusiasm in a way that contributes value to both the organization and its customers.
In this book, you will learn among other things that a positive attitude in the workplace is not enough. Not only is the real meaning of a ‘positive attitude’ vague, but it is also often subject to misinterpretation.
I found the text very insightful. The author has used plenty of quotes to amplify the authenticity of her teachings. She has also used anecdotes as examples of life experiences where some of the principles in the book might be applied. One chapter contains interview scenarios and questions which might be useful to an employer in selecting the right candidate. ‘Takeaways’ at the end of each chapter provide a summary of the main points discussed in the concluded chapter. Each chapter contains information that is independent on its own, meaning that one does not necessarily have to start reading from the first chapter for the book to make sense. This is one of those books that you will always gain something new from no matter how many times you read it.
However, the text contained several issues of redundancy which made it sound boring and monotonous. I think the author should also have provided a more logical structure to it to make for a classic ‘bizlet’. She should also have included an appendix to explain some terms that are part of the pro-achievement principles. Such terms include negativists, entitlists, perfectionists, responsibleness, and a host of other terms.
The text was logically structured, enabling me to understand the author's arguments. Her choice of language also enhanced her professionalism. Several examples have also been used to enhance its allure and aid in passing across the message. Most of the advice is practical, hence easy to follow. The editing was flawless.
Due to its educative nature, I award it 3 out of 4 stars. Had it been more logically structured, I would have considered awarding it one more star.
I recommend the book to all company personnel, regardless of their positions. CEOs, managers, HR departments, and subordinate staff who aim to make an impact in the company and hopefully climb the corporate ladder will benefit through this book.
******
The Pro-Achievement Principle
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon