Romancing the Clock - Softcover

Karlins, Marvin

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 0135037336 ISBN 13: 9780135037331

Publisher: Pearson, 2008

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For courses that address time management.

Don’t watch the clock–romance it! Filled with stories of universal appeal, this entertaining book is about time and how you can use it tolove the life you live. Illuminating ideas and twelve Action Steps help you learn to use your time to accentuate the positives and reduce the negatives in your life. Drawing on Dr. Karlin’s 20+ years of experience, learn how time management influences all aspects of your life and how to make life (at both home and work) more productive and happy.

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". . . it is a real experience being provided . . .the writing style is comfortable to the reader and holds your interest. I couldn't put it down." ― Ron Kapper, Professor Emeritus, College of DuPage

"For once an author has broken free of the standard fare . . . this book provides a unique and appealing product." ― Monty Lynn, Abilene Christian University

". . . logically organized, free of jargon, and presented in familiar style." ― Francis N. Catano, St. Anselm College

". . .the readability, honesty, and illustrating stories [have] universal appeal. Topics are covered in a down-to-earth approach as opposed to a more esoteric style." ― Joyce W. Fields, Ph.D., Columbia College, SC

About the Author:

MARVIN KARLINS received his B.A. degree from the University of Minnesota (Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude) and his Ph.D. in Psychology from Princeton University. He is the author of 23 books and over 200 articles in professional, academic and popular journals. In addition to his writing activities, Professor Karlins has been interviewed on radio and television talk shows worldwide and also served as an international consultant to major companies, focusing his efforts in the aviation industry. His major research interests include: (1) time management; (2) leadership; (3) personal motivation; (4) Crew Resource Management in aviation; (5) the psychology of gambling and (6) aging. Dr. Karlins is Senior Full Professor of Management in the College of Business at the University of South Florida.

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