{"product_id":"balancing-work-and-life-9781578569649","title":"Balancing Work and Life","description":"Life is more like a marathon than a sprint. Here's how to stay well conditioned.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBill Butterworth will make you laugh-and learn while you're doing it  In the opening chapter of this powerful little book, Bill shares with you how, while running his rotund body in a nightmarish 440-yard dash, he learned a great lesson: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLife is much more like a marathon than a sprint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe attitudes and actions that result in steady success over the long haul are what make for long-term satisfaction and achievement. To experience this for yourself, you need to understand how to deal with life's inevitable challenges: \u003cbr\u003e-The \"Hazies\"-losing sight of long-term goals\u003cbr\u003e-The \"Lazies\"-lacking the self-discipline to bring life back into focus\u003cbr\u003e-The \"Crazies\"-allowing life to run out of control \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach of these can be conquered by three \"clarifying triangles: \" setting clear \u003ci\u003epriorities\u003c\/i\u003e, learning the discipline of \u003ci\u003eendurance\u003c\/i\u003e, and reaching the finish line through skillful \u003ci\u003epacing\u003c\/i\u003e. It all adds up to a succinct and inspiring guide to balancing excellence at work with fulfillment in all of life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlso look for the On-the-Fly-Guide to\u003ci\u003e Building Successful Teams \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill Butterworth \u003c\/b\u003eblends humor, storytelling, wisdom, and practical advice which has made him one of the most sought-after speakers in a variety of venues throughout North America. Bill speaks frequently for corporate clients that include American Express, Ford, Disney, Bank of America, and Chrysler. A highly regarded author, Bill has written books on topics ranging from sports to psychology and self-help issues. He has been a columnist, editor, and script writer. Bill lives with his wife, Kathi, in Newport Beach, California.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Waterbrook Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50911333220626,"sku":"9781578569649","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_2e02a1cf-1760-477d-9652-c72e6109d36b.jpg?v=1738737204","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/balancing-work-and-life-9781578569649","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}