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Flipping the Switch... | 
| Manufacturer: Putnam
Category: EBooks
List Price: $19.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 4272
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 144
Dewey Decimal Number: 153.83
ASIN: B000PC0SIW
Publication Date: April 4, 2007
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"Asking the right kind of question is only the first step to becoming fully engaged at work and in life. In his bestselling book QBQ! The Question Behind the Question, John G. Miller revealed how personal accountability helps to create opportunity, overcome obstacles, and achieve goals by eliminating blame, complaining, and procrastination. The result? Stronger organizations, more dynamic teams, and healthier relationships. Now Miller takes readers to the next level to show how they can use the power of the QBQ! and personal accountability every day. When a light switch is flipped the flow of energy that is released reaches the lightbulb in an instant, bringing it to life. Similarly, asking the right kind of question-a QBQ-is the first step to empowering what Miller calls the Advantage Principles-five essential practices that will lead to a richer experience in every aspect of life: - LEARNING: live an engaged and energized life through positive personal growth and change - OWNERSHIP: attain goals by becoming a solution-oriented person who solves problems - CREATIVITY: find new ways to achieve by succeeding ""within the box"" - SERVICE: build a legacy by helping others succeed - TRUST: develop deep and rewarding relationships With compelling real-life stories and keen insights, Miller demonstrates how anyone can find success and satisfaction by ""flipping the switch."" "
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Asking the right kind of question isonly the first step to becoming fullyengaged at work and in life. In his bestselling book QBQ! The Question Behind the Question, John G. Miller revealed how personal accountability helps to create opportunity, overcome obstacles, and achieve goals by eliminating blame, complaining, and procrastination. The result? Stronger organizations, more dynamic teams, and healthier relationships. Now Miller takes readers to the next level to show how they can use the power of the QBQ! and personal accountability every day. When a light switch is flipped the flow of energy that is released reaches the lightbulb in an instant, bringing it to life. Similarly, asking the right kind of question-a QBQ-is the first step to empowering what Miller calls the Advantage Principles-five essential practices that will lead to a richer experience in every aspect of life: - LEARNING: live an engaged and energized life through positive personal growth and change - OWNERSHIP: attain goals by becoming a solution-oriented person who solves problems - CREATIVITY: find new ways to achieve by succeeding ""within the box"" - SERVICE: build a legacy by helping others succeed - TRUST: develop deep and rewarding relationships With compelling real-life stories and keen insights, Miller demonstrates how anyone can find success and satisfaction by ""flipping the switch.""
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 Transformational Shift April 12, 2008
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
Flipping the switch is a very enjoyable read in which the author John Miller is basically asking the question: Would you rather be part of the problem or the solution? To be part of the solution, all it takes, according to him, is a shift in perspective. Instead of asking "why me?" switch to "what can I do?". It is a simple shift, which takes you from the victim's chair into the driver's seat and allows you to experience satisfaction and transformation in all areas of your life.
In this respect the book reminded me very much of the work of Ariel and Shya Kane Working on Yourself Doesn't Work: A Book About Instantaneous Transformation , How To Create a Magical Relationship and Being Here: Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment. The Kanes also present the idea that a shift in perspective can transform your life instantaneously and take you from the realm of working on yourself and thinking, to the realm of being yourself and being enlightened. Instantaneous Transformation is accessible when you flip the switch and choose to be present in the moment rather than lost in your thoughts.
I highly recommend both the work of John Miller and Ariel and Shya Kane to anybody looking to live a "bright" life!
 Switch Turned Off February 22, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I liked the first book and it really got me thinking of all those IQ's in my life and how to get rid of them. I think I expected the same thing with this book but for whatever reason I came away feeling let down. It just seemed like less substance than the first and more of a fluff of highlights while trying to cling on to book 1. NOT a bad read but not as inspiring as the first.
Helps you to APPLY what you learn February 14, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I think the book is so great that I purchased several copies for my employees to help them see what I saw...personal responsibility starts with ME! This books teaches you how to practically apply "giving" and "serving." It's about ME. I also think our politicians should read this book to learn what REAL personal responsibility is so that they can stop blaming the government for not doing enough.
I'm responsible. It's about me. I change! It's not about them. It's MY life and I can change.
Great for Employee Accountability November 25, 2007
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I used this book for our annual staff retreat. It is great for employee development of personal accountability. This book has made a difference in the lives of my employees and subsequently in the culture of our company!
Ownership & Service! October 30, 2007
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
John G. Miller's Flipping The Switch is simple and profound. Problems have been solved at work this week as I asked the QBQ! (The Question Behind the Question): How can I help this situation? What can I do to assist my co-workers? In the past I have waited for someone else to take the initiative before I considered taking any action. Work has been fun and stimulating as I take ownership instead of waiting for someone else to solve the problems. What an eye opener!
Author John G. Miller also writes how service is so important. I love this suggestion, as I have also learned this from authors Ariel & Shya Kanes' awarding winning book How To Create a Magical Relationship and their newly released book, Being Here: Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment. As I take attention off myself and put it on others, I have the opportunity to be present in my life, see what needs to be done, and be there to serve others. Service is a doorway to living in the present moment. It's an awesome by-product that occurs when I have my attention off myself! I strongly suggest checking out John G. Miller and the Kanes. Life can be so easy and rewarding as I take ownership of my life and go about it as if everything I do matters.
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