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‘At last, a writer who has realised that happiness is situated somewhere between having too much and not having enough.’
Bob Etherington, sales consultant and author of Cold Calling for Chickens.

‘ Jim Banting’s book is, quite simply, inspirational. Beautifully written, it will help you to lead the life you want so that every day leaves you feeling happy, fulfilled and successful.’
Simon Tupman, business consultant and author of We, Me, Them and It.

‘ Persistence is a vital quality but so is knowing when to cut your losses and move on.’
Luke Johnson, Chairman Channel 4 Television and Risk Capital Partners

‘ Get a Dog: Don’t Work Like One, provides a sense of perspective and practical guidance from the people who know best: successful senior executives and leaders. Jim Banting delivers a fascinating, insightful and highly practical read – one that will help you succeed in your career in a way that is purposeful, fulfilling and balanced. I urge you to read this book – life is too short not to.’
Jeremy Kourdi, management consultant and author of several business books.

‘I’ve been fortunate enough to find balance in my life. I hope others will be inspired to do the same by reading Jim Banting’s book. Jim writes in a down-to-earth style that perfectly suits his subject: how to enjoy your work but not be ruled by it, and how to be a happier human being’,
Andy Maslen, founder of Sunfish copywriting agency and author of Write to Sell.

“As soon as we take everything related to our job off a high pedestal, other decisions about our lives become so much easier”.
Harry

“Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds”
Albert Einstein

“Many people have lots in the bank but are still insecure as individuals because they have lost track of what is important to them”
Carl

‘"Success should not be measured financially but in the acquisition of skills",
Sebastian

"Technology is not the medicine of life"
Hamish

“Find a career that fits your personality, before the working environment alters or adapts you”
Derek

“Get to know people well before getting into bed with them on any commercial level”,
Scott

"We need to engage people not confront them"
John

Jim Banting has
added a worthwhile contribution to a
debate which now
has increasing
momentum. Keep it in
your back pocket.’
Andy Law, founder of the advertising agency, The Law Firm and author of Open Minds.

 

   
   
   

 

Q&A WITH
JIM BANTING


Q: What inspired you to write the book and why do you think its ideas are so relevant now?

A: Our working lives have
fundamentally changed in a very short period of time, placing greater demands on us as individuals, while providing less tangible reward and self-fulfillment. We are now supposedly...

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