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The Happiness Advantage

The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work

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The Happiness Advantage

By: Shawn Achor
Narrated by: Shawn Achor
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Most people want to be successful in life. And of course, everyone wants to be happy. When it comes to the pursuit of success and happiness, most people assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and once you become successful, then you'll be happy. The only problem is that a decade of cutting-edge research in the field of positive psychology has proven that this formula is backwards. Success does not beget happiness.

Based on the largest study ever conducted on happiness and human potential (a survey conducted by the author of more than 1,600 students), Harvard lecturer Shawn Achor shares seven core principles of positive psychology that each one of us can use to improve our performance, grow our careers, and gain a competitive edge at work. He reveals how happiness actually fuels success and performance, not the other way around. Why? Because when we are happier and more positive we are more engaged, creative, resilient to stress, and productive. The Happiness Advantage will appeal to anyone who wants practical advice on how to become happier and also more successful.

©2011 Shawn Achor (P)2023 Penguin Audio Career Success Motivation & Self-Improvement Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Happiness Career Success Mental Health Health

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Critic reviews

'Achor transports us to his virtual classroom, a journey along which we glean the seven secrets of happiness. "The Happiness Advantage "reveals the most important discoveries coming out of modern psychology.' (Rom Brafman, bestselling co-author of "Sway" and "Click")
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Amazing book. Many real life anecdotes and examples from scientific research. Also great storytelling voice by the author. Would definitely recommend!

Loved every second

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With principles laid out to use to find your happiness advantages, or just some small actions to make you feel and be better, there is something for everyone.

Learnings for all of us to use everyday

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Omg this book taught me so much with all the lessons and the teachings! Definitely recommend this to people that are trying to have a posotive mindset, self improve themselves and more.

Eye opener

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This is not your usual ‘Happiness and Positivity’ book which generally push unsubstantiated nonsense. The information in this book has been well researched and supported by numerous studies and the like. As such, I found same to be applicable in my daily life and beneficial in many respects. In my opinion, the only negative was that there was no ‘summary’ ending each chapter; as this would have been helpful for reviewing the main points/information quickly and easily at a later stage if necessary. Overall an excellent book and highly recommend!

Well researched and therefore workable strategies for overall happiness and positivity

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The Happiness Advantage is a total eye-opener. Shawn Achor’s totally nailed it with the idea that being positive can actually make you more successful. It’s really helped me rethink my priorities and focus on what truly makes me happy. If you’re looking for a book that can help you feel better and achieve more, this is definitely the one!

Shawn Achor’s totally nailed it.

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