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A Better Way to Make a Living...and a Life
Why does work dominate my life?” “Why can’t I do work that I feel better suited to do?” “Is this what God intended when He conceived work?” More than half of working Americans (75 million people) are unhappy with their career and these are the questions they struggle to answer. We’re misemployed, overworked, financially strained, and dissatisfied with the lack of balance in our lives. This book is written for this chronically-frustrated majority of today’s workforce! “A Better Way” provides a Christ-centered perspective, practical strategies and inspiring personal stories to help workers become proactive about career and life choices amid today’s intimidating employment trends. “A Better Way to Make a Living...and a Life is engaging, practical and a reliable help for those looking for exactly that. Read Peter’s book and map your path to the career and life God designed for you.” Chuck Bentley, CEO, Crown Financial Ministries
209 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 2, 2009
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June 8, 2010
I would recommend this book to people of all faiths who are looking for greater meaning and fulfillment in their work and lives. I would especially encourage people who are questioning their existing career track and feel somewhat trapped in their current job to read this book. The book challenges the traditional view of career success (the next promotion, more responsibility and career commitments, more money and more possessions) and the effect that has on our overall happiness and well-being. The author outlines a different path for a successful career and life; a path based on personal choice, principle-center decisions and better work/life balance.
This book is especially timely given the current state of the economy and business. It is based on the author’s personal experience, as a Fortune 500 executive as well as his extensive experience in executive development and career counseling. The book is well-organized and provides the reader with “reflection questions” at the end of each chapter, which are helpful to shape one’s own personal career/life strategy and plan. The book also contains practical guidance and several real-life examples of people that have made the decision to take more control over their careers and lives.
This book is especially timely given the current state of the economy and business. It is based on the author’s personal experience, as a Fortune 500 executive as well as his extensive experience in executive development and career counseling. The book is well-organized and provides the reader with “reflection questions” at the end of each chapter, which are helpful to shape one’s own personal career/life strategy and plan. The book also contains practical guidance and several real-life examples of people that have made the decision to take more control over their careers and lives.
June 9, 2010
Do you want to change your life? No matter where you are in your work life, this book has many important messages that can help guide you in new and amazing ways.
- If you are well into your career, you will gain tangible insights as to where you "really" stand and what you can do about it.
- If you are in career transition, Peter offers substantial ideas and specific suggestions about how you can set new directions which will guide you towards a better place.
- If you are just starting out, or re-starting your job life, read this book first and take the time to invest in your own future.
Peter, his book, and his ministry have helped to change my life and the lives of thousands by creating tools and strategies that allow us to help ourselves and more importantly to help others.
- If you are well into your career, you will gain tangible insights as to where you "really" stand and what you can do about it.
- If you are in career transition, Peter offers substantial ideas and specific suggestions about how you can set new directions which will guide you towards a better place.
- If you are just starting out, or re-starting your job life, read this book first and take the time to invest in your own future.
Peter, his book, and his ministry have helped to change my life and the lives of thousands by creating tools and strategies that allow us to help ourselves and more importantly to help others.
May 27, 2010
Outstanding book that really helps open up your mind to the opportunities and chances out there to do work that you love and find purpose in.
There are so many great anecdotes of people who successfully transitioned from jobs they dreaded to work they are passionate about and enjoy.
I will continually go back to this book to keep a fresh perspective on my career and the importance of being in a job that uses my talents and passions and gives me a sense of purpose.
Such a valuable resource to people in the career search or seeking a career transition.
There are so many great anecdotes of people who successfully transitioned from jobs they dreaded to work they are passionate about and enjoy.
I will continually go back to this book to keep a fresh perspective on my career and the importance of being in a job that uses my talents and passions and gives me a sense of purpose.
Such a valuable resource to people in the career search or seeking a career transition.
June 18, 2010
A Better Way to Make a Living...and a Life has provided inspiration and insight for my jobsearch and my life. I would recommend it to anyone who is struggling to find the work that God has planned for you.
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