Driven to Distraction at Work: How to Focus and Be More Productive by Ned Hallow

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Driven to Distraction at Work by Ned Hallowell From the bestselling author of Driven to Distraction FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the bestselling author of Driven to Distraction, the worlds leading expert on ADD and ADHD tackles attention deficit inside todays workplaces. Ned Hallowell, known for his work with children and adults, now identifies the underlying reasons why people really lose their ability to focus at work-where many of todays adults feel distracted and unproductive. He explains why commonly offered solutions like "learn to manage your time better" or "make a to-do list" just dont work because they dont address the deeper, underlying issues of mental distraction at play. Through a set of reliable techniques, Hallowell shows how anyone can regain control of their attention and most productive mental state. By identifying the most common patterns for how and why people surrender their attention, Hallowell helps readers acknowledge and break the habits that undermine their effectiveness. Illustrated with compelling stories based on the successful diagnosis and treatment of thousands of people who have sought Dr. Hallowells help. Author Biography EDWARD M. HALLOWELL, MD, runs the Hallowell Centers in Sudbury, Massachusetts, New York City, and San Francisco, all specializing in training attention in people of all ages. He lives in the Boston area with his wife, Sue. Visit his website at drhallowell.com. Review "Why do so many people have trouble focusing on the job in hand? This ADD guru tackles the problem of attention deficit in the workplace with tips on braking the habits that undermine effectiveness." -- Qantas The Australian Way " a practical, encouraging guide." -- Booklist "This book deals with a topic of pressing concern for most of us, offering clarity, wisdom and plenty of ideas for getting out of the maelstrom. Each section is built around stories from Dr. Hallowells practice that seem taken from the people around us, making it all the more compelling." -- Harvey Schachter, The Globe & Mail "When it comes to distraction, Hallowell knows his business." -- HR Professional magazine Many workers will recognize themselves in Hallowells descriptions and will be game to try his solutions." -- BizEd magazine "Hallowell has sensible advice, and infuses his narrative style with deep knowledge and medical rigour." -- The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development "... the book provides an easy-to-follow recipe for teaching yourself to focus in the midst of the workplace chaos." -- Inc.com ADVANCE PRAISE for Driven to Distraction at Work: Jeffrey F. Rayport, faculty, Harvard Business School; strategic adviser; and investor-- "Driven to Distraction at Work is an essential survival guide to life in the modern world." Larry Weber, Chairman and CEO, Racepoint Global; founder, Weber Shandwick; and bestselling author, Marketing to the Social Web-- "Dr. Hallowells stunning new book takes the maze of distraction at work away forever!" Dan L. Monroe, Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo Executive Director and CEO, Peabody Essex Museum-- "If you feel like you never have time to do the things you want or, for that matter, to even think about the things you might want--get this book." Marie Brenner, author, Apples and Oranges; writer-at-large, Vanity Fair-- "A must-read for any and all of us who cherish our ability to connect deeply with others as well as to think." Ellen Miley Perry, author, A Wealth of Possibilities; founder, Wealthbridge Partners-- "This book provides explanations, antidotes, and solutions so important that it should be required reading for everyone." Suzy Welch, New York Times bestselling author, 10-10-10: A Life-Transforming Idea-- "Read this book and regain the focus youve inadvertently given away." Tim Armstrong, Chairman and CEO, AOL-- "Productivity is the long-term strategic advantage in todays world, and Dr. Hallowell clearly defines the road map to that advantage--getting things done." Long Description From the bestselling author of Driven to Distraction , the worlds leading expert on ADD and ADHD tackles attention deficit inside todays workplaces. Ned Hallowell, known for his work with children and adults, now identifies the underlying reasons why people really lose their ability to focus at work--where many of todays adults feel distracted and unproductive. He explains why commonly offered solutions like "learn to manage your time better" or "make a to-do list" just dont work because they dont address the deeper, underlying issues of mental distraction at play. Through a set of reliable techniques, Hallowell shows how anyone can regain control of their attention and most productive mental state. By identifying the most common patterns for how and why people surrender their attention, Hallowell helps readers acknowledge and break the habits that undermine their effectiveness. Illustrated with compelling stories based on the successful diagnosis and treatment of thousands of people who have sought Dr. Hallowells help. Review Quote ADVANCE PRAISE for Driven to Distraction at Work : Jeffrey F. Rayport, faculty, Harvard Business School; strategic adviser; and investor Details ISBN1422186415 Year 2015 ISBN-10 1422186415 ISBN-13 9781422186411 Media Book Pages 256 Place of Publication Boston Country of Publication United States DEWEY 158.7 Short Title DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION AT WORK Language English Format Hardcover Subtitle How to Focus and Be More Productive Publisher Harvard Business School Publishing Imprint Harvard Business School Press UK Release Date 2015-01-06 NZ Release Date 2015-01-06 US Release Date 2015-01-06 Author Ned Hallowell Publication Date 2015-01-06 Audience General AU Release Date 2015-02-01 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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