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A Guide to Getting It: Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is an important factor in the choices and decisions that shape our lives. This book offers 12 approaches from Life and Business Coaches to develop self-awareness and self-worth. By helping each of us discover our true worth, this unique book shows us how to realize our full potential.
176 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2002
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About the author
Laura Davis
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Laura A. Davis is an Executive Leadership Coach, Speaker/Trainer, and Author based in the Atlanta area. After a somewhat frustrating career as a Marketing Manager for large companies including Exxon, Equifax, and UPS as well as a relatively short stint as an Adjunct Business Studies professor, Laura became fascinated with what makes some people good leaders capable of bringing out the best in others and others not.
So out of curiosity and a desire to help create healthier, coaching cultures where people feel engaged and valued and actually want to come to work, Laura founded Laura A. Davis & Associates, Inc.
Laura A. Davis & Associates, Inc. equips leaders and their teams with the skills, knowledge, and most importantly; the mind-sets to thrive in today’s ever-changing, increasing complex world of work. To learn more, please visit www.lauraadavis.com.
Laura A. Davis is an Executive Leadership Coach, Speaker/Trainer, and Author based in the Atlanta area. After a somewhat frustrating career as a Marketing Manager for large companies including Exxon, Equifax, and UPS as well as a relatively short stint as an Adjunct Business Studies professor, Laura became fascinated with what makes some people good leaders capable of bringing out the best in others and others not.
So out of curiosity and a desire to help create healthier, coaching cultures where people feel engaged and valued and actually want to come to work, Laura founded Laura A. Davis & Associates, Inc.
Laura A. Davis & Associates, Inc. equips leaders and their teams with the skills, knowledge, and most importantly; the mind-sets to thrive in today’s ever-changing, increasing complex world of work. To learn more, please visit www.lauraadavis.com.
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November 22, 2012
This is a collection of 12 essays by different experts in the field of esteem. It's interesting to note that none of them are male. Some writings are only marginally related to the concept of esteem, many are simply poorly written and a few are completely unintelligible.
The contribution by Phyllis Sisenwine seemed to be most on-point and stood out from the rest. The highlights of her essay include:
* Don't compare yourself to externals
* Practice positive self-talk, self love
* Don't rely on acceptance from others, respect yourself as you are
* Focus on what makes you special
* Surround yourself with supportive people
* Make time to take care of yourself
* Discover your life's purpose and make it happen
A few others points that could be gleaned from the works:
* Esteem is how you measure your own worth and the power you allow yourself to have.
* Often, a negative emotion is a signal that we're focusing on a limiting belief about ourself.
* Circumstances don't limit us but instead it's our belief from past experiences.
* Self esteem is found in ourselves and it doesn't come from others. No one can take it away from you.
Overall, this was a bit disappointing. This is an important subject and could have had more scholarly treatment. This compilation was a bit "fluffy."
The contribution by Phyllis Sisenwine seemed to be most on-point and stood out from the rest. The highlights of her essay include:
* Don't compare yourself to externals
* Practice positive self-talk, self love
* Don't rely on acceptance from others, respect yourself as you are
* Focus on what makes you special
* Surround yourself with supportive people
* Make time to take care of yourself
* Discover your life's purpose and make it happen
A few others points that could be gleaned from the works:
* Esteem is how you measure your own worth and the power you allow yourself to have.
* Often, a negative emotion is a signal that we're focusing on a limiting belief about ourself.
* Circumstances don't limit us but instead it's our belief from past experiences.
* Self esteem is found in ourselves and it doesn't come from others. No one can take it away from you.
Overall, this was a bit disappointing. This is an important subject and could have had more scholarly treatment. This compilation was a bit "fluffy."
March 20, 2008
Excellent tips on improving one's self-esteem and practical applications for making changes.
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