COVER STORY: “Hi, I’m Joan, and I’m a workaholic: Technology enables rise of extreme workers, on job 60 hours or more,” by Stephanie Armour, USA Today, 23 May 2007, p. 1B.
It’s a real issue I struggle with: all this great connectivity means I can work just about all the time.
How I try to balance? I travel a lot, and try to work non-stop when I do. When I’m home, I try to restrict it a lot more. Doesn’t always work, but at least it’s a strategy I consistently pursue.
The real sacrifice tends to be exercise, both on the road and at home, so that’s been a big focus of mine lately, because when I exercise, I perform so much better across the board (happy working, happier not working).
I read something recently that said high-travel businesspeople need to act just like professional athletes in their approach to exercise and food and sleep and upkeep, and that if you don’t, you simply lose it.
I found that article pretty compelling.
If anyone can find it for me, I would be most grateful.
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I found this book by Jack Groppel on Amazon.com. Excerpt:
"As Jack Groppel so aptly explains, the rigor of corporate athletics is often even more demanding than that of professional athletes. In my world, one does not have the luxury of an off-season. This book is a must-read for all those striving for the gold."
-Arthur M. Blank, CEO and President, The Home Depot
"Today's challenging business climate requires every top executive to be perfectly fit both mentally and physically. The Corporate Athlete is must reading for everyone who wants to manage his or her business, career, or profession effectively while living a balanced life. Buy it-it's a great investment."
-Leonard Lauder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Estee Lauder Companies, Inc.
Google 'Jack Groppel' and you get several hits that are what you're looking for.
hth,
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May 28, 2007 8:59 AM