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The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People Audiobook
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Is appreciation communicated regularly at your workplace? Do you truly feel valued by those with whom you work?
If you express appreciation in ways that aren’t meaningful to your coworkers, they may not feel valued at all. The problem is you’re speaking different languages. In The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace, Dr. Gary Chapman and Dr. Paul White will help you:
• Express genuine appreciation to coworkers and staff – even on a tight budget.
• Increase loyalty with the employees and volunteers in your organization.
• Reduce cynicism and create a more positive work environment.
• Individualize your expressions of appreciation by speaking the right language.
Based on the #1 New York Times best seller The 5 Love Languages ®, Dr. Chapman and Dr. White give you practical steps to make any workplace environment more encouraging and productive. You will learn to speak and understand the unique languages of appreciation and feel truly valued in return.
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"Well, it's your basic common sense, but it's common sense that is helpful to have spelled out for you. I didn't so much read the book as read the bold text but I still think I walked away a little smarter! "
— Aaron (4 out of 5 stars)
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“A well-researched, useful book for business leaders that offers a much needed message that won’t wear out with repetition.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“This is not just a ‘good book,’ it is a great tool—a well thought-through, well-researched, and thoughtfully applied resource to empower your people, increase unity and productivity, and reduce turnover. The moment I finished I wanted to do a staff retreat and get this in the hands of our HR department. I highly recommend it.”
— Chip Ingram, author of Holy Ambition -
“If the insights and wisdom offered by Chapman and White are practiced in the workplace, churches, and voluntary organizations, there will be a glorious revolution in human relations.”
— Lyle W. Dorsett, Billy Graham Professor of Evangelism, Beeson Divinity School, Samford University -
“The insights in this book are invaluable whether you are an employer, employee, or volunteer. The principles the authors describe nurture a healthy, enjoyable, motivating environment. I’m already telling my friends, ‘Get this book!’”
— Norm Wakefield, professor emeritus, Phoenix Seminary
The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace Listener Reviews
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" A good reminder of why & how we need to appreciate others, especially in the workplace. Most importantly is the understanding that people want/need appreciation on different levels. "
— Ali, 2/5/2014 -
" ok. some good take-away points. "
— Bob, 1/27/2014 -
" Helpful, especially when done as a team. "
— Marty, 1/14/2014 -
" I really enjoyed reading this book and learning the languages of appreciation in the workplace, I can use this at home and in other relationships as well. I look forward to using the online tools as well. "
— Siobhan, 1/12/2014 -
" ... Good reminder to express appreciation daily in the workplace. Hard to express the 5 types in every job environment. An easy read. "
— Bonnie, 12/14/2013 -
" Fantastic book. Very helpful advice on how to communicate better and encourage coworkers. Pure gold! "
— Jamie, 12/10/2013 -
" If you have read any of the other 5 languages books, this book isn't anything new. There are a few helpful appendix questions that would help in the workplace. "
— Julianne, 12/4/2013 -
" Basically a good book. Backs up stuff about encouragement/appreciation that I already know. It read too much like a step-by-step advertisement for the MBA tool that goes along with the book. "
— Kimberly, 11/21/2013 -
" Gave it a 5 star rating because of the effect it's had on my company. The book is great but could definitely be a little shorter. You don't need to read this entire book to get the benefit from it. "
— Kenny, 11/10/2013 -
" Insightful. Even though the authors do address this program to co-workers, it is still primarily geared towards managers. The later half reads like an article in a psychology/sociology journal. "
— Megan, 11/10/2013 -
" Wonderful ways to address and identify differences and communication styles to effect positive changes in the workforce. "
— Julie, 9/13/2013 -
" Fascinating. Looking forward to trying to put some of this stuff into practice. "
— Stefanie, 4/16/2013 -
" This book was kinda not worth it. Listen and either compliment something, or give a gift to someone, or give more work to someone??? Kinda common advice. "
— Fernando, 3/15/2013 -
" We read this book in the office. It was interesting to read the first few chapters, take the test and then share. After the test was over and you explored the five different languages, the book became a little mundane. "
— Ember, 8/15/2012 -
" Amazing how really listening to your co-workers everyday words gives you insight into their personalities and a few adjustments can make for a much happier and productive workplace. "
— Sharon, 4/24/2012 -
" Helpful information. "
— Suzanne, 2/7/2012 -
" good information, but didn't think you needed the entire book or it could have been put together with better examples to make it more intriguing. "
— Heather, 12/30/2011 -
" If you're not familiar with the 5 Love Languages, this is a good book. If you are familiar with them, there isn't too much new material though there is some new content on how to apply the languages at work. Overall, I still think the concept is fantastic and I'm teaching a class on this at work. "
— Natalie, 10/7/2011 -
" Well, it's your basic common sense, but it's common sense that is helpful to have spelled out for you. I didn't so much read the book as read the bold text but I still think I walked away a little smarter! "
— Aaron, 9/19/2011
About the Authors
Paul E. White is a psychologist, author, and speaker who helps businesses make “work relationships work.” He has consulted with a wide variety of organizations including Microsoft, DirecTV, the Million Dollar Round Table, Princeton University, and many more. He coauthored with Gary Chapman The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace.
Gary Chapman, PhD, is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The 5 Love Languages. With over thirty years of counseling experience, he has the uncanny ability to hold a mirror up to human behavior, showing readers not just where they go wrong, but also how to grow and move forward. Dr. Chapman holds BA and MA degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, respectively, MRE and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has completed postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University.
About Wes Bleed
Wes Bleed is a professional motivational speaker, as well as the vice president of Mack Commincations, a public affairs and public relations firm based in the Chicago area. For more than twenty-five years, he worked as a contributing reporter for the ABC Radio network, as well as a new anchor and news director. He received his bachelor’s degree in speech communication from Wheaton College.