Work Happier

Workplace happiness doesn't always come easily, but the effort pays off. When you're happy at work, you thrive personally, professionally and mentally. It's our own responsibility to be happy at work. It's not the responsibility of our boss, or our colleagues, or the organization for whom we work. Being happy at work is also in your best interest too. Research shows that happy employees are likely to earn more, have better mental health and are more likely to be promoted. In this book, WorkL founder Mark Price, sets out what it is that makes people happy, or not-so-happy at work and he explains how you can measure happiness and improve the situation. Work Happier is written for anyone in any workplace anywhere. Whether you work on the shop floor or the board room, or if you're customer-facing or in a support role, this easy-to-read book will empower you to take control of your working life.

Mark Price, based in London UK, is the former Managing Director of Waitrose and former Deputy Chair of the John Lewis Partnership. He is the founder of WorkL for Business and WorkL, Chair of The Fair Trade Foundation, NED of Coca-Cola, Chair of Business in the Community and Former President of the Charted Management Institute (The CMI). He was formerly Minster of State for Trade and Investment. Mark Price is the author of Happy Economics, also published by Kogan Page.

Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: The work happiness charter; Chapter - 02: The work happiness charter explained; Chapter - 03: How to make your current job better and happier; Chapter - 04: How to find a happy job; Chapter - 05: How to develop a positive mindset and embrace the job you're in; Chapter - 06: How to be happy about your salary and the time you spend working; Chapter - 07: How to ensure you're paid the right amount; Chapter - 08: How to make sure you're recognized and appreciated; Chapter - 09: How to understand your company's business plan; Chapter - 10: How to get the training you need and deserve; Chapter - 11: How to be empowered and take control of your job; Chapter - 12: How to be respected at work; Chapter - 13: How to be heard; Chapter - 14: How to be handed decision-making powers; Chapter - 15: How to be seen as trustworthy; Chapter - 16: How to look after your health and wellbeing; Chapter - 17: How to manage your mental health and emotional welfare; Chapter - 18: How to make your work a safe space; Chapter - 19: How to feel satisfied and fulfilled at work; Chapter - 20: How to be proud of the company you work for; Chapter - 21: How to help your organization run smoothly; Chapter - 22: How to build a strong relationship with your manager; Chapter - 23: How to take control of your own learning and development; Chapter - 24: How to disagree well and build strong professional relationships; Chapter - 25: Afterword;