It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work
Are you:
• Tired of long hours and unrealistic deadlines?
• Skipping on sleep to try to get ahead of the curve at work?
• Ready to give up the false badge of honor of “I’m so busy!”
In his latest book, Jason Fried (with his co-author, David Heinemeier Hansson), provide a bold, iconoclastic strategy for creating the ideal company culture—what they call “the calm company.” Their approach directly attacks the chaos, anxiety, and stress that plague millions of workplaces. The answer to better productivity isn’t more hours—it’s less waste and fewer things that induce distraction and persistent stress.
In this interview, you’ll learn what Fried, a successful entrepreneur and CEO, has discovered about creating calm companies, through twenty years of trial and error, keen observation, and common sense.
Since 2006, Carol has worked with the Northwestern Alumni Association to help thousands of alumni grow their careers—on a wide range of topics including creating your brand story, networking naturally, surviving and thriving after burnout, and living a drama-free life. Carol’s advice has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Whole Living. Carol lives near Boulder, CO with her NU sweetheart, Chip.
development to help you maintain your professional edge.