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If that sounds a little too airy-fairy for you, don't be put off; this is no mere self-improvement book, with a wimpy mandate to simply transform its readers into "nicer" people. Instead, it's a collection of illustrations and advice that suggest a way to change your entire outlook on life and, in the process, open up a new realm of possibility. Consider, for example, the practice of "Giving an A", whether to yourself or to others. Not intended as a way to measure someone's performance against standards, this practice instead recognises that "the player who looks least engaged may be the most committed member of the group", and speaks to their passion rather than their cynicism. It creates possibility in an interaction, and does away with power disparities to unite a team in its efforts to produce an outcome. Or consider "Being the Board," where instead of defining yourself as a playing piece, or even as the strategist, you see yourself as the framework for the entire game. In this scenario, assigning blame or gaining control becomes futile, while seeking to become an instrument for effective partnerships becomes possible.
Packed with such examples of personal and professional interactions, the book presents complex ideas on perception and recognition in a readable, useable style. The authors' combined, eclectic experience in music and painting (as well as family therapy and executive workshops) infuses their examples with vibrant colour and sound. The relevance to corporate situations and relationships is well developed, and they don't rely on dry case studies to do it. Indeed, this book assumes the readers' emotional intelligence and desire to engage, promising access to the rewards of that door-opening notion--possibility--in return. --S. Ketchum --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
THIS IS A HOW-TO BOOK of an unusual kind. Read the first page
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The Art of Possibility,
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This review is from: The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life (Paperback)
The "Art of Possibility" deeply resonated with me. Creating value by managing risk and uncertainty has been the core of my life's journey. It has been filled with complexity, tension, and dissonance...but it has also been filled with the discovery of possibility and meaning. The Zanders have done a real service in framing the "how" of possibility with their examples and practices. This gem of a book will be useful not only in managing one's life, but also in helping other's to create their great life stories. The answers to core questions like "which game of success will I choose to play?","will I choose to be a contribution?", and "do I take myself too ___seriously?" are keys to a life of joy, meaning, and fulfillment. Can you see the work of art within you? Within others? Or are you focusing on the facade? Who is winning the battle between the caculating self and the central self? Are you vulnerable or are you permeable? What is here now? And what do you want to do from here? Get yourself this book and engage in THE joyous adventure of opening up to your possibilities.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Don't take yourself so goddamned seriously!,
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This review is from: The Art of Possibility (Hardcover)
I met Benjamin Zander several times, as the company I work for had him present at several leadership type meetings. He had a profound impact on my life. I went from thinking that I worked for an insurance company, to working for a company that helps to keep people healthy and living full lives. His ideas appear simple, almost child-like, yet they make total and complete sense in the big-bad grown-up world. Taking these simple steps lets you live a more joyous, purposfull life. I highly recommend this book, and if you ever get a chance to see Zander, whether conducting a symphony, or discussing his philosophy, please take the chance...it will be inspiring!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Now, let me tell you something about ME,
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This review is from: The Art of Possibility (Hardcover)
I can only imagine spending time with this couple. Perhaps, say, meeting them at a dinner party. The conversation goes something like this:Rosamund: "Tell me about yourself." Guest: "Well, I was born in Boston." Rosamund: "Now, put that in the context of ME." Guest: "Well, you live in the Boston area." Rosamund: "That's right. I've got my act together. In fact, I've got my act together more than anyone else in Boston." Benjamin: "Well, let's talk about me in Boston. I conduct kids orchestras." Rosamund: "That's right, that allows us to pronounce general platitudes about life, management, love, and self esteem." Benjamin: "You know, I wasn't always this perfect." Rosamund: "Benjamim, shut up. I asked our guest to put his comments in the context of ME." This was one of the most useless and unbearable books I've ever read. I kept reading, to the bitter end, just to see if it stayed as bad as it started. It did. What a waste of paper and ink.
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