IQ Magazine Issue 19

iQ review
How To Have A
Good Day:
Harness The Power of
Behavioural Science to
Transform Your
Working Life
Author: Caroline Webb
Published: February 2016
Available at www.amazon.com
Review: How to Have a Good Day, by economist
and former McKinsey partner, Caroline Webb, has
been listed in Forbes’ ‘16 Must-Read Business Books
For 2016’. It offers an insightful understanding of
how to balance working life, using findings from
recent studies which analyse a number of different
elements - behavioural economics, neuroscience and
psychology. Behavioural science is more advanced
than ever, meaning we are able to extensively study
how our brains work and look at why we make the
choices we do. How to Have a Good Day focuses on
making each day the best day by looking at seven
different ideas: time management; understanding
priorities; meaningful interactions; being resilient
to setbacks; doing our best; maintaining energy
levels and of course, enthusiasm and enjoyment. By
controlling such elements ourselves, Caroline Webb
believes that each day is of better quality and we
are able to overcome common challenges. Webb’s
science-based approach has already enhanced
both performance and overall happiness in the
workplace for a number of different organisations
and businesses. Jam-packed with real life stories of
those using Webb’s ideas to enhance their working
lives, this book is a must-read if you’re seeking to
further your professional development and career.
Whatever your role, level or sector, this is a heavilyresearched,
insightful manual, applicable to all. A
great read for the New Year...
issue 19 | page 61