We would all like to get rid of stress due to the way it makes us feel. Pressure and stress are not the same thing. Pressure is a pivotal part of life; while stress is the big, bad wolf we all want to avoid. Simply Stress is a compilation of over 170 stress relief suggestions. Each of the exercises, strategies and techniques in this book is intended to provide you with short bursts of respite from pressure or stress. I realise that quick fixes aren't long-term solutions. If your stress level is mild a quick fix might be all you need. At other times a quick fix will buy you some time and head...

Could you describe what makes a good chairperson? Do you know what the 7 deadly sins of chairing meetings are? Do you know the skills and behaviours all effective chairmen/women share? These questions and many more are answered in 'The 7 Deadly Sins of Chairing Meetings'. I wrote The 7 Deadly Sins of Chairing Meetings to address the common mistakes made by chairmen/women. With care and practice everyone can become an effective chairperson. The higher you climb up the career ladder the more important it is to demonstrate excellent chairing skills. This book is designed to be a practical guide....

How much do you really know about meetings? We all spend hundreds of hours in meetings each year. The 5 P's for a perfect meeting are - preparation, purpose, process, performance and pay-off. By the end of this book you will be able to plan and run effective meetings. You will also understand the different roles and responsibilities, and be able to select the right agenda and minutes style for your meetings. You will also recognise the positive effect of doing everything at the right time. This book is designed to be a practical guide. You will find handy hints and exercises throughout the...

Success Starts Here is a practical guide that will help new and experienced minute takers. It's designed to be your 'go-to' book when you need a little help. You will find handy hints and exercises throughout the book. The exercises will test your knowledge or provide you with an opportunity to think about how you and your organisation currently operate. Although minute taking requires a specific set of skills, anyone can learn effective minute taking skills. By the end of this book you will know how to create clear, concise and accurate minutes. Then all you need is plenty of regular...