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Virtues Work by Alexander Cummings
“Work doesn’t have to be troublesome or a necessary evil. It’s really an opportunity – a largely overlooked opportunity – to use the virtues and lay the foundation for a better life.”--Alexander Cummings, Virtues Work
In his book Virtues Work, Alexander Cummings explores seven virtues, and how you can use them in your life – particularly in your profession – in a way that can bring greater meaning to your work. Throughout the book are excellent examples of businesspeople who have (and some who haven’t) modelled virtues in their own companies, like Jimmy Dunne, an executive at an investment banking firm located in the World Trade Center that saw more than a third of their employees killed in 9/11. Although Dunne struggled to keep the firm open during the financial difficulties after the attack, he exemplified the virtue of compassion by deciding to continue paying the salaries of all the employees who were killed until the end of the year, and pledged to pay the cost of health insurance for all the victim’s families for years. The book includes concrete ways to incorporate each of the virtues into your daily work, including a practical program to make your resolutions stick. “When you take advantage of those opportunities [to use the virtues] at work, you’ll see your work in a new light,” says Cummings. “Work will become a place to experiment with the virtues and grow – a laboratory whose fruits are greater happiness, peace, and success.”
Written by Holly Gustafson. An Editor's Pick of RC Live Blog.
“Work doesn’t have to be troublesome or a necessary evil. It’s really an opportunity – a largely overlooked opportunity – to use the virtues and lay the foundation for a better life.”--Alexander Cummings, Virtues Work
In his book Virtues Work, Alexander Cummings explores seven virtues, and how you can use them in your life – particularly in your profession – in a way that can bring greater meaning to your work. Throughout the book are excellent examples of businesspeople who have (and some who haven’t) modelled virtues in their own companies, like Jimmy Dunne, an executive at an investment banking firm located in the World Trade Center that saw more than a third of their employees killed in 9/11. Although Dunne struggled to keep the firm open during the financial difficulties after the attack, he exemplified the virtue of compassion by deciding to continue paying the salaries of all the employees who were killed until the end of the year, and pledged to pay the cost of health insurance for all the victim’s families for years. The book includes concrete ways to incorporate each of the virtues into your daily work, including a practical program to make your resolutions stick. “When you take advantage of those opportunities [to use the virtues] at work, you’ll see your work in a new light,” says Cummings. “Work will become a place to experiment with the virtues and grow – a laboratory whose fruits are greater happiness, peace, and success.”
Written by Holly Gustafson. An Editor's Pick of RC Live Blog.
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A Great Read"Compact, concise"--BB
"Readable, interesting and invaluable..."--LH "Unique and very readable..."--TH "Concise, engaging book..."--MW "Well written, entertaining and attractively presented."--KC |
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Great features"The stories he told added a lot, and the clear and
concise and valuable information contributed to a really excellent read."--TH "A gift for putting complex ideas into very clear language and making a plan realistic."--WM "Invaluable for becoming the successful, likable person we all want to be."--LH |
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Why buy Virtues Work?"This is a guide to life."--CP
"I can think of no better gift to oneself or one’s family and friends than this easy read."--CP "Thought-provoking jumping off point for a planning session, workshop or even a family discussion."--MW "An essential tool for anyone beginning their career or hoping for a more rewarding, successful career."--BB "Would make a great gift."--MC |
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Easy to Use"Don’t miss the one-page summary at the back of the book!"--MW
"I've picked a virtue I'll begin working on today."--WM "I listed the virtues on a yellow sticky pad and hung them in my home office!"--TH "This book offers sound advice and easily actionable recommendations."--KC |