Skills That Build: The Hard Science of Soft Skills for Work and Life - Softcover

Wilson MS, Gina M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 173708290X ISBN 13: 9781737082903

Publisher: Bayfront Press, 2021

Synopsis

Skills That Build is the intersection of cognitive psychology, business, and well-being, offering readers an accessible means to coach themselves and gain valuable success-generating behaviors in four critical areas- Communication, Empathy, Time Management, and Resilience. Learn and master career-advancing skills that promote psychological health and well-being using this book as the virtual coach on the bookshelf.

"... a motivating read for anyone looking to reach their goals and thrive in their workplace or personal setting..." -- Emily Vera, LCSW, Executive Director, Mental Health Association in Delaware

"... a valuable resource in any managers, or leaders tool-kit!" -- Frank DeSantis, V.P. Customer Experience, Stanley Black & Decker

"... masterfully articulated and excites one to set goals for change with a smile."
Phyllis J. Stewart Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Demand for leadership coaching has skyrocketed worldwide in the last five years, but few people can afford a professional coach. Even fewer receive coaching for career development through their employer. Busy racking up buzzworthy credentials on their own time, today's emerging workers and leaders teeter precariously between personal and career aspirations.

If ever there was a need for preventive mental health practices and accessible tools for workplace empowerment, the time is now. Before Covid-19, the workforce was focused on ascending the career ladder, with less attention paid to maintaining a healthy grip on personal well-being. Since then, the pandemic underscored a need for resilience and effective ways to cope on both professional and personal fronts. While successful leaders build success from within, they must first lead themselves. This book becomes the virtual coach on the bookshelf, as readers master career-advancing skills that promote psychological health. Anyone can learn these behaviors and enhance their current repertoire using this evidence-based guide for skills that build us.

Through stories from coaching clients, groundbreaking scientific research, business applications, and exercises to master new behaviors, Skills That Build demonstrates actionable techniques and empowers readers to jump-start their uniquely personal growth strategies.

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About the Author

Gina M. Wilson holds a Master of Science in Cognitive Psychology from Villanova University and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware. Her interest in leadership psychology began while writing her graduate thesis on employee performance and through extensive experience as a management consultant in the tech and healthcare industries. She received coach training through the Center for Coaching Certification and continued study at the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate. Gina's unique approach to coaching embraces the convergence of psychology, business, and well-being. Founder of System Strategies Consulting and Coaching, she is an experienced software developer, healthcare strategist, college instructor, and business owner. Her clients include professionals, business leaders, healthcare systems, higher education and government organizations, nonprofits, small business owners, corporate teams, and those aspiring to grow personally and professionally. Gina has served as board member for the Mental Health Association in Delaware and continues to promote mental health awareness. Beyond work, she enjoys paddle boarding, doing Zumba, being outside, and spending time with her family in their coastal Delaware home. URL: ginamwilson.com

Edition details

• Publisher: Bayfront Press
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 173708290X
• ISBN 13: 9781737082903
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256