Despite our good intentions, many of us experience a chronic imbalance between the desire to live our values and the distractions and never-ending to-do lists that can get in the way. In Your 168: Finding Purpose and Satisfaction in a Values-Based Life, readers learn how to pursue a values-based life by identifying and committing to their values and priorities. The book is written by bestselling author Harry Kraemer, former Chairman and CEO of Baxter International and currently a professor of management and strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he was a Professor of the Year. Kraemer uses personal stories and insights from others to help readers discover the dissonance between what they say is most important and where they actually devote their time. This is an eye-opener for most people, uncovering the obstacles to leading a value-based life.

In Your 168, you will learn how to make changes and build new habits that put your values first by:

Using self-reflection to identify what matters most and become more aware of how you spend your time
Re-evaluating priorities such as career, family, health, recreation, spirituality, and making a difference
Avoiding unpleasant "surprises" and "hitting the brick wall"
Experiencing better balance in real time amid shifting priorities--personally and professionally

Fans of Kraemer's previous books on values-based leadership will embrace this new release - Your 168: Finding Purpose and Satisfaction in a Values-Based Life. The book provides actionable advice, filled with tips on how to live a life of meaning and experience a greater sense of purpose. Everyone will feel inspired to make lasting change.

All of Harry's proceeds from the book sales are donated to the One Acre Fund in Africa.

Autorentext

HARRY M. JANSEN KRAEMER, JR., is Professor of Management and Strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he teaches in the MBA and the Executive MBA programs and was a Professor of the Year. He is an executive partner with Madison Dearborn Partners, one of the largest private equity firms in the United States, and is former Chairman and CEO of Baxter International Inc., a multi-billion-dollar global healthcare company. Kraemer is the bestselling author of From Values to Action and Becoming the Best.

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Praise for YOUR 168

Your 168 will help you keep focused on what really matters in life. I could not recommend a better book to help you have a great life!
Marshall Goldsmith, two-time Thinkers 50 #1 Leadership Thinker in the World, the #1 Executive Coach for 10 years, and New York Times #1 bestselling author of Triggers, MOJO, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There

Harry Kraemer shows us how to find true personal success based on pursuit of a balanced life. Funny stories add a lot of humor but do not hide the depth of the message. You will laugh while reading this bookand then you will start reorganizing your life.
Dr. Francesca Cornelli, Dean, Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management

Harry Kraemer's advice about the pursuit of life balance is a great reminder of the importance of acknowledging all that defines us. With greater awareness of Your 168 and where you devote your time, energy, and ambition, anything is possible! This is a must-read book for a successful and satisfying life.
Mary Dillon, CEO, Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Harry Kraemer's Your 168 is the antidote to any life that feels out of control or lacking in purpose. It offers a treasure chest of insights packed in a plethora of personal examples that will have you nodding, laughing, and learning all at the same time. A retreat in a bookYour 168 will help you to better know your 'true' self and live the fuller, more satisfying life that you deserve!
Dr. Bob Nelson, multi-million-copy bestselling author of 1,001 Ways to Reward Employees

In his brilliant new book, Harry Kraemer shows us how to pursue a values-based life with meaning and purpose. Harry's wisdom shines through every story and offers deep insights about living a life with purpose that makes a difference and leaves a legacy for others.
Bill George, Professor, Harvard Business School; former chair and CEO, Medtronic; and bestselling author, True North and Seven Lessons for Leading in a Crisis

Zusammenfassung

Put your values first and focus on what matters most

Despite our good intentions, many of us experience a chronic imbalance between the desire to live our values and the distractions and never-ending to-do lists that can get in the way. In Your 168: Finding Purpose and Satisfaction in a Values-Based Life, readers learn how to pursue a values-based life by identifying and committing to their values and priorities. The book is written by bestselling author Harry Kraemer, former Chairman and CEO of Baxter International and currently a professor of management and strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, where he was a Professor of the Year. Kraemer uses personal stories and insights from others to help readers discover the dissonance between what they say is most important and where they actually devote their time. This is an eye-opener for most people, uncovering the obstacles to leading a value-based life.

In Your 168, you will learn how to make changes and build new habits that put your values first by:

Using self-reflection to identify what matters most and become more aware of how you spend your time

Re-evaluating priorities such as career, family, health, recreation, spirituality, and making a difference

Avoiding unpleasant surprises and hitting the brick wall

Experiencing better balance in real time amid shifting prioritiespersonally and professionally

Fans of Kraemer's previous books on values-based leadership will embrace this new release - Your 168: Finding Purpose and Satisfaction in a Values-Based Life. The book provides actionable advice, filled with tips on how to live a life of meaning and experience a greater sense of purpose. Everyone will feel inspired to make lasting change.

All of Harry's proceeds from the book sales are donated to the One Acre Fund in Africa.

Inhalt

Acknowledgments ix

About the Author xi

Introduction: The Most Important Number 1

Section One Defining Balance 11

1 Becoming Self-Aware 13

2 Why Are You Surprised? 29

3 Hitting the Brick Wall 45

4 Building New Habits 61

5 The Art of Being PlanfulAnd Spontaneous 79

Section Two The Balancing Action Plan 97